Expanding domestic demand will top the Chinese mainland's economic agenda in 2026, according to an official from the Office of the Central Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs. Speaking to Xinhua and other outlets after the Central Economic Work Conference in early December 2025, the official outlined plans to boost consumption and investment.
"By coordinating investment and consumption, and by creating synergy between the government and the market, there are ample conditions to achieve sustained growth in domestic demand next year," the official said.
On the consumption front, policies will address both the supply and demand sides, adapting to evolving spending patterns among residents. Meanwhile, plans to reverse the recent dip in investment aim to reinforce long-term growth and improve livelihoods across the Chinese mainland.
The official highlighted the mainland's projected performance for 2025, with major economic indicators expected to meet targets and GDP growth of around 5%—reaching roughly 140 trillion yuan (about $19.83 trillion). This would keep the Chinese mainland among the world's fastest-growing major economies.
Looking ahead, the property sector on the Chinese mainland is set for high-quality growth in 2026, buoyed by demand from first-time homebuyers and those upgrading homes. Authorities plan to stabilize the market, promote the transformation of real estate firms, and accelerate a new development model for the sector.
Despite global headwinds, the official remains optimistic: "The prospects for the mainland's economy remain bright," offering a clear roadmap as the region gears up for a year of renewed domestic momentum.
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Chinese official says expanding domestic demand a top priority in 2026
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