China: Business Climate Index (BCI)

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2026-04-30

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
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AI Data Insight

In the first quarter of 2026, China's Business Climate Index rose from 108.4 in the previous quarter to 109.3, indicating a continued recovery in business confidence. Benefiting from the front-loading of official macroeconomic policies and the strong profit performance of the high-tech manufacturing sector, the market demonstrated recovery resilience. However, headwinds from an economic slowdown and potential overcapacity still require attention in the medium to long term.

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AI Data Insight

In the first quarter of 2026, China's Business Climate Index rose from 108.4 in the previous quarter to 109.3, indicating a continued recovery in business confidence. Benefiting from the front-loading of official macroeconomic policies and the strong profit performance of the high-tech manufacturing sector, the market demonstrated recovery resilience. However, headwinds from an economic slowdown and potential overcapacity still require attention in the medium to long term.

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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