Growth push anchors strong start of 2026

Policymakers expected to expand fiscal spending, direct more resources to households, services and emerging drivers to sustain economic momentum at upcoming two sessions

China is expected to unveil its annual economic growth target at the upcoming two sessions, the yearly meetings of the country's top legislature and political advisory body, signaling a growth-oriented stance that will require more proactive fiscal support and renewed efforts to boost domestic demand, economists said.

As the opening year of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), policymakers are likely to prioritize a strong start, with fiscal policy taking the lead and consumption elevated to a strategic anchor of growth.