AI Data Insight
In the third quarter of 2026 (as of August), the debit value of China's balance of payments for trade in goods and services expanded significantly to -25,705.98 billion RMB, far exceeding the previous value of -22,385.71 billion RMB. This substantial growth was primarily driven by the summer outbound tourism boom and the import of high-end equipment spurred by industrial upgrading. With the approach of peak consumption seasons such as the National Day holiday, import and service expenditures are expected to remain at a high level in the short term.