China: Non-Manufacturing PMI (NMI) - Construction Industry Business Activity

Macro

2026-07-31

Description

China Construction Industry Business Activity Index is jointly published by the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing (CFLP) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This index measures the level of business activity in China's construction industry and serves as an important indicator for assessing the health of the construction sector. A reading above 50 indicates an expansion in construction activity, while a reading below 50 indicates contraction.

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

In Q3 2026, the construction business activity index within China's non-manufacturing PMI sharply dropped from the previous 49.0 to 47.0, falling below the boom-or-bust line for two consecutive periods. Hit by the dual blow of extreme weather disruptions and a property sector slump, new order demand plummeted, becoming the key factor dragging down the overall non-manufacturing performance.

AI Data Insight

In Q3 2026, the construction business activity index within China's non-manufacturing PMI sharply dropped from the previous 49.0 to 47.0, falling below the boom-or-bust line for two consecutive periods. Hit by the dual blow of extreme weather disruptions and a property sector slump, new order demand plummeted, becoming the key factor dragging down the overall non-manufacturing performance.

Description

China Construction Industry Business Activity Index is jointly published by the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing (CFLP) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This index measures the level of business activity in China's construction industry and serves as an important indicator for assessing the health of the construction sector. A reading above 50 indicates an expansion in construction activity, while a reading below 50 indicates contraction.

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