China: Total Electricity Consumption (MoM) - Whole Society

Macro

2026-07-15

Description

China Total Social Electricity Consumption is compiled and published by the National Energy Administration (NEA). This indicator measures the short-term changes in total electricity consumption across the country and serves as an important benchmark for observing economic activity and industrial demand. A higher monthly growth rate is generally seen as a positive signal of increased economic activity, whereas a lower or negative growth rate may indicate economic slowdown or reduced industrial activity.

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AI Data Insight

China's newly released month-over-month (MoM) growth rate of total electricity consumption for Q2 (June) 2026 stood at 3.58%, down from the previous 5.68% but still maintaining stable positive growth. Despite the slowing overall MoM momentum, electricity consumption in emerging sectors such as internet data services and EV charging/swapping surged against the trend by over 40%. As the peak summer electricity consumption season approaches, overall power supply and demand are expected to face localized tightening challenges.

AI Data Insight

China's newly released month-over-month (MoM) growth rate of total electricity consumption for Q2 (June) 2026 stood at 3.58%, down from the previous 5.68% but still maintaining stable positive growth. Despite the slowing overall MoM momentum, electricity consumption in emerging sectors such as internet data services and EV charging/swapping surged against the trend by over 40%. As the peak summer electricity consumption season approaches, overall power supply and demand are expected to face localized tightening challenges.

Description

China Total Social Electricity Consumption is compiled and published by the National Energy Administration (NEA). This indicator measures the short-term changes in total electricity consumption across the country and serves as an important benchmark for observing economic activity and industrial demand. A higher monthly growth rate is generally seen as a positive signal of increased economic activity, whereas a lower or negative growth rate may indicate economic slowdown or reduced industrial activity.

Published by
Choice Eastmoney
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update