China: Economic Confidence Index

Macro

2026-10-31

Description

China Economic Confidence Index is compiled and published by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China. This indicator measures Chinese economists' confidence and expectations regarding future economic trends. The index is based on economists' assessments of the current economic situation and their expectations for the next six months. It serves as an important reference for understanding economic confidence and potential policy direction. A higher index value indicates greater optimism among economists about the economic outlook, while a lower value suggests concerns regarding future economic prospects.

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

AI Data Insight

In the third quarter of 2026, the China Economists Confidence Index dropped from the previous value of 96.4 to 94.7, continuing to stay in the pessimistic range below 100. Market consensus estimates that the Q3 GDP growth rate will be around 4.4%, reflecting that sluggish domestic demand and the pain of structural transformation continue to suppress recovery momentum. In the short term, the market will enter a critical observation period for policy effectiveness.

AI Data Insight

In the third quarter of 2026, the China Economists Confidence Index dropped from the previous value of 96.4 to 94.7, continuing to stay in the pessimistic range below 100. Market consensus estimates that the Q3 GDP growth rate will be around 4.4%, reflecting that sluggish domestic demand and the pain of structural transformation continue to suppress recovery momentum. In the short term, the market will enter a critical observation period for policy effectiveness.

Description

China Economic Confidence Index is compiled and published by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China. This indicator measures Chinese economists' confidence and expectations regarding future economic trends. The index is based on economists' assessments of the current economic situation and their expectations for the next six months. It serves as an important reference for understanding economic confidence and potential policy direction. A higher index value indicates greater optimism among economists about the economic outlook, while a lower value suggests concerns regarding future economic prospects.

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