China: Production - Electricity

Macro

2026-09-15

Description

China Electricity Production is compiled and released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This metric measures the total amount of electricity generated nationwide in a given month. This is an important indicator of industrial activity and energy consumption, reflecting overall economic health and industrial demand. Higher electricity generation generally indicates strong industrial activity and economic growth, while lower electricity generation may signal an economic slowdown.

Published by
National Bureau of Statistics of China (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
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AI Data Insight

In July 2026, China's national power generation reached 943.80 billion kWh, basically flat compared to the previous month's 943.90 billion kWh, maintaining a historic high during the summer peak electricity consumption period. Although overall industrial activity growth was slightly lower than market expectations, the energy structure underwent a significant qualitative change, with strong growth in green energy power generation and the share of coal-fired power dropping below 50% for the first time in history.

AI Data Insight

In July 2026, China's national power generation reached 943.80 billion kWh, basically flat compared to the previous month's 943.90 billion kWh, maintaining a historic high during the summer peak electricity consumption period. Although overall industrial activity growth was slightly lower than market expectations, the energy structure underwent a significant qualitative change, with strong growth in green energy power generation and the share of coal-fired power dropping below 50% for the first time in history.

Description

China Electricity Production is compiled and released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This metric measures the total amount of electricity generated nationwide in a given month. This is an important indicator of industrial activity and energy consumption, reflecting overall economic health and industrial demand. Higher electricity generation generally indicates strong industrial activity and economic growth, while lower electricity generation may signal an economic slowdown.

Published by
National Bureau of Statistics of China (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update