China's Politburo Targets Consumer Spending to Revitalize Economy
Top leaders emphasize boosting domestic demand and supporting emerging sectors amid economic challenges.
- Leaders pledge 'incremental policy steps' to increase consumer spending and improve market confidence.
- Focus includes raising incomes and enhancing social safety nets for low- and middle-income groups.
- Policies aim to support high-tech start-ups and eliminate inefficient production capacity.
- Central bank cuts interest rates and increases subsidies to stimulate growth.
- Property sector support includes turning unsold apartments into affordable housing.