Beijing, September 15 (Daily Kiran) : The Chinese State Council’s Information Office held a press conference on September 15, revealing that investment in the high-tech industry rose by 5.2% in the first eight months of 2026 compared to the same period last year. This increase reflects strong policy support and growing market demand, particularly in emerging and future industries.
Sector-wise analysis indicates a notable surge in demand for key technologies within artificial intelligence. This trend is encouraging companies to boost investments across related industrial chains. The electronic specialty materials sector saw an investment increase of 8.5%, while the integrated circuit manufacturing industry experienced a 12.0% rise. Notably, the lithium-ion battery manufacturing sector benefited from the rapid development of new energy vehicles and strong market demand for energy storage, with investments soaring by 20.6%.
Additionally, the impact of policies aimed at large-scale equipment upgrades is becoming increasingly evident. Companies are accelerating the renewal of equipment, along with technological changes and enhancements. In the first eight months, investment in equipment purchases grew by 9.3%, accounting for 19.5% of total investments.
This upward trend underscores a significant shift towards new fields and industries, indicating a dynamic and evolving market landscape in China’s high-tech sector.
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