China's economy grows 5.5% in H1
7.17.2023, 2:32:31 PM
106

7.17.2023, 2:32:31 PM
106
China's economy grows 5.5% in H1
China's GDP grew by 5.5 percent year-on-year in the first half of the year to 59.3 trillion yuan ($8.3 trillion), posting a steady economic rebound, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Monday.
In the second quarter, the economy rose by 6.3 percent compared with a year earlier, up from 4.5 percent in the first quarter of the year. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, China's GDP increased by 0.8 percent in the second quarter of the year, the NBS said.
Figures released by the NBS showed China's value-added industrial output, a gauge of activity in the manufacturing, mining and utilities sectors, grew by 4.4 percent in June from a year earlier after a 3.5 percent rise in May.
In the first half of the year, value-added industrial output grew by 3.8 percent compared to the same period last year, while in the first quarter, it rose by 3 percent from a year earlier.
Source: China Daily
Next
Sino trade volumes soar with Middle East, Africa
Sino trade volumes soar with Middle East, Africa



Over 128000 professional buyers with record-breaking at CTJPA’s Four Expos in Shanghai
On October 17, the 2025 China Toy Expo (CTE), China Kids Fair (CKE), China Licensing Expo (CLE) and China Preschool Expo (CPE) concurrently held at Shanghai New International Expo Centre concluded successfully. This premier "Four-Expo-in-One" event organized by China Toy and Juvenile Products Association (CTJPA) covered 230,000 sqm floor space, with 2,629 exhibitors from 41 country and regions, especially manufacturers from 30+ production hubs. The three-day physical expos attracted 128,768 professional buyers from 185 countries and region. It shown China’s dynamic economy and extensive market potential.

Trending Now! “Best Toys of Spring & Summer 2025 Influencer’s Pick List”
Recently, The Toy Association?, in collaboration with Clamour, unveiled the "2025 Spring/Summer Influencer’s Choice Toy List". The 24 selected products were meticulously evaluated by hundreds of top influencers, each with over 1 million monthly views and 500,000 followers. This highly valuable list not only highlights the urgent demand among families for diverse play experiences but also serves as a global benchmark for toy consumption trends—offering invaluable insights for product development and marketing strategies.

How to Properly Unlock Emotional Value? Four Emerging Trends Revealed by 16 Best-Selling International MESH Toys
In recent years, the mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents have become increasingly prominent, drawing widespread societal attention. In response, the toy industry has swiftly recognized this trend and is accelerating its transformation from traditional "entertainment tools" to becoming "emotional companions" for children. Among these innovations, MESH toys have garnered significant attention and are rapidly emerging.

Precise Insights into Parenting Anxiety! These 4 Toy Categories Become New Favorites Among Gen Z Parents
As consumer demands evolve and parenting concepts iterate, toy products continue to innovate. In 2025, the infant toy market welcomes a new wave of innovation, spanning sensory training to social enlightenment, and role-playing to cognitive development. Global toy brands are competing for user mindshare through differentiated designs. This article analyzes 15 new infant toys recommended by ToyInsider across four core categories, offering fresh perspectives for product R&D.