FDI inflows have moderated and the sector mix is evolving, while foreign-funded enterprises retain a substantial, though declining, share of China’s trade.
Merchandise exports reached USD 2.38 trillion in 2025, outpacing USD 2.10 trillion in imports
China installed 434 GW of new wind and solar capacity in 2025, while clean-tech exports hit a record level in 2026
Southeast Asia now supplies 70% of world nickel, 29% of tin and 14% of cobalt output, with Indonesia driving much of the growth
Rising freight rates and severe regional disruption are increasing lead-time, landed-cost and delivery risks for global procurement teams
Revenue and profits have returned to growth while investment remains positive, although performance varies significantly across segments
