China: Business Climate Index (BCI)

Macro

2026-10-31

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

Latest data shows that China's Business Climate Index for the third quarter of 2026 stood at 109.0, a slight decline from 109.5 in the previous quarter, but still firmly above the 100 boom-or-bust threshold. Despite weak domestic demand momentum, business confidence remains optimistic, benefiting from the manufacturing PMI returning to expansion and stellar shipping export performance. The market expects recent official stimulus policies to inject subsequent momentum.

AI Data Insight

Latest data shows that China's Business Climate Index for the third quarter of 2026 stood at 109.0, a slight decline from 109.5 in the previous quarter, but still firmly above the 100 boom-or-bust threshold. Despite weak domestic demand momentum, business confidence remains optimistic, benefiting from the manufacturing PMI returning to expansion and stellar shipping export performance. The market expects recent official stimulus policies to inject subsequent momentum.

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