China Announces Major Consumption Stimulus as JD.com Reports Strong Growth
China's government unveils plans to boost domestic spending while JD.com exceeds revenue and profit expectations for Q4.
- China's National People's Congress press conference revealed an upcoming 'Action Plan for Boosting Consumption' aimed at revitalizing domestic demand.
- JD.com reported a 13.4% increase in Q4 revenue to RMB 347 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations and reflecting strong consumer spending.
- The e-commerce giant's quarterly profit nearly tripled year-over-year, reaching RMB 9.9 billion, driven by increased demand and strategic price cuts.
- China's fiscal policies include increased government bond issuance and proactive measures to address local government debt and support key sectors like education and social security.
- Stock markets in Hong Kong and Mainland China surged following announcements of stimulus measures, with significant gains in tech and consumer discretionary sectors.