China: Business Climate Index (BCI)

Macro

2026-07-30

Description

China Business Climate Index (BCI) is compiled and published by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China. This index is based on surveys conducted across various industries in China and is compiled according to enterprises' subjective assessments and expectations of the overall economy and their own production and business conditions. It serves as an important indicator for assessing the health of the Chinese economy and business confidence.

The Business Climate Index ranges from 0 to 200. A reading above 100 indicates that enterprises are optimistic about the economic outlook, while a reading below 100 suggests a pessimistic view.

Published by
National Bureau of Statistics of China (Choice)
Frequency
Quarterly
Next Update
Hashtags
China BCI

AI Data Insight

In the second quarter of 2026, China's Business Climate Index reached 109.5, edging up slightly from 109.3 in the previous quarter and remaining firmly above the boom-bust threshold. Supported by a two-pronged approach of fiscal and monetary policies, corporate confidence remains resilient and exhibits a low-level recovery trend, despite facing pressures from domestic demand repair and external tariffs.

AI Data Insight

In the second quarter of 2026, China's Business Climate Index reached 109.5, edging up slightly from 109.3 in the previous quarter and remaining firmly above the boom-bust threshold. Supported by a two-pronged approach of fiscal and monetary policies, corporate confidence remains resilient and exhibits a low-level recovery trend, despite facing pressures from domestic demand repair and external tariffs.

Description

China Business Climate Index (BCI) is compiled and published by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China. This index is based on surveys conducted across various industries in China and is compiled according to enterprises' subjective assessments and expectations of the overall economy and their own production and business conditions. It serves as an important indicator for assessing the health of the Chinese economy and business confidence.

The Business Climate Index ranges from 0 to 200. A reading above 100 indicates that enterprises are optimistic about the economic outlook, while a reading below 100 suggests a pessimistic view.

Published by
National Bureau of Statistics of China (Choice)
Frequency
Quarterly
Next Update
Hashtags
China BCI