China’s manufacturing powerhouse is solidifying economic foundations in 2025, per State Taxation Administration data. Outpacing national growth by 1.7 points, the sector claimed 29.7% of total sales—a 0.5-point gain over 2024—emerging as a key stabilizer.
Smart upgrades are in full throttle, with 11.3% higher automation spends and 10% for digital gear, VAT data confirms. This surge marks a transformative era for industrial intelligence.
Parallel green initiatives show progress: high-energy sales dipped 1.1 points, environmental services procurement up 7.3% (14.6% in heavy users). Firms are embedding sustainability into core operations.
Digital momentum builds with 9.4% sales growth in digital products and 10.4% tech purchases—beating 2024 by 3.5 points. Autos hit 24.5%, comms equipment 11.8%, accelerating digital-real economy convergence.
In an era of geopolitical flux, these metrics affirm manufacturing’s vanguard role. Expect ripple effects on exports, jobs, and tech leadership, as China leverages this base for long-term prosperity.