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Economy (121)
Economic indicators and financial data
China Monthly Import and Export Trade
China's monthly import and export trade statistics from 2023 to 2026. Includes total trade, exports, imports, and trade balance in USD millions. Source from General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) official monthly Excel releases.
GDP Growth Rate: China vs India
Comparison of annual GDP growth rate between China and India from 2010 to 2025. China data from NBS; India calendar-year data from IMF.
Aluminum Production: China vs World
Primary aluminum production comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China produces 55%+ of global aluminum, powering manufacturing and construction.
Automobile Production: China vs World
Motor vehicle production comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China produces 30%+ of global automobiles, becoming the world's largest auto manufacturer.
Car Exports: China vs Japan
Comparison of annual automobile exports (units in ten thousands)
Cement Production: China vs World
Cement production comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China produces 55%+ of global cement, fueling the world's largest infrastructure build-out.
China-Africa Trade
China-Africa bilateral trade volume. Annual data from 2000 to 2025. Shows exports from China to Africa and imports from Africa to China.
Commercial Vehicle Production
Commercial Vehicle Production
Commercial Vehicle Sales
Commercial Vehicle Sales
NEV Exports
NEV Exports
NEV Production
NEV Production
NEV Sales
NEV Sales
Passenger Vehicle Production
Passenger Vehicle Production
Passenger Vehicle Sales
Passenger Vehicle Sales
Vehicle Exports
Vehicle Exports
Vehicle Production
Vehicle Production
Vehicle Sales
Vehicle Sales
China CIPS Annual Payment System Statistics
Annual CIPS transaction volume and payment value data from 2015 to 2025, including official RMB settlement value and available transaction-count history plus network coverage where available for China's Cross-Border Interbank Payment System. Free API access.
China CIPS Daily Transaction Data
Daily transaction count and payment value for China's Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), the RMB-based infrastructure for global cross-border RMB payments and clearing, updated each business day.
China CIPS Monthly Transaction Statistics
Monthly transaction count and RMB payment value for China's Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) — the official RMB settlement network for global cross-border payments. Data sourced from CIPS official statistics, covering 2025 to present with official RMB values and approximate USD equivalents on the page.
Per capita consumption expenditure
China Per capita consumption expenditure data from NBS.
CPI (Consumer Price Index)
China's Consumer Price Index (CPI) annual change rate from 2010 to 2025. Measures year-on-year inflation. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
Education, Culture & Recreation CPI (same month last year=100)
China Education, Culture & Recreation CPI (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
Food CPI (same month last year=100)
China Food CPI (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
Health Care CPI (same month last year=100)
China Health Care CPI (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
CPI (preceding month=100), 2021+
China CPI (preceding month=100), 2021+ data from NBS.
Rent (Residence) CPI (same month last year=100)
China Rent (Residence) CPI (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
Transport & Communication CPI (same month last year=100)
China Transport & Communication CPI (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
China Cross-Border RMB Settlement
Annual official cross-border RMB settlement data by current account, goods trade, services, capital account, outward direct investment, foreign direct investment, and total settlement value from People's Bank of China annual reports.
China-Cuba Trade
Historical trade data between China and Cuba (1990-2025). Shows steady growth despite US embargo, with China becoming Cuba's second-largest trading partner after Venezuela.
Per capita disposable income
China Per capita disposable income data from NBS.
Fixed Asset Investment Growth (ex-rural households, cumulative)
China Fixed Asset Investment Growth (ex-rural households, cumulative) data from NBS.
Foreign Direct Investment
China Foreign Direct Investment data from NBS.
Government budget expenditure (cumulative YTD)
China Government budget expenditure (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
Government Budget Revenue (cumulative YTD)
China Government Budget Revenue (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
China Foreign Exchange Reserves
China's official foreign exchange reserves in USD. The world's largest forex reserves. Monthly data from the People's Bank of China.
Foreign Holdings of Onshore RMB Assets
Monthly official data on foreign institutions' and individuals' holdings of onshore RMB financial assets, including Chinese stocks, bonds, loans, and deposits, sourced from People's Bank of China annual reports.
Foreign Investors in China's Bond Market
Annual official data on foreign investors in China's bond market from People's Bank of China annual reports, including foreign investor count, bond holdings, share of total custody, and holdings of treasury bonds, policy bank bonds, negotiable certificates of deposit, panda bonds, and Swap Connect activity where available.
China FX Market Trading Volume (USD)
Monthly trading volume of China foreign exchange market by instrument: spot, forward, FX swaps, and options. USD 100 millions. Source: SAFE.
GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
China's annual GDP in current prices (100M CNY), 1960 to 2025. Source: World Bank / NBS.
GDP: accommodation and catering
China GDP: accommodation and catering data from NBS.
GDP: leasing and business services
China GDP: leasing and business services data from NBS.
GDP: construction
China GDP: construction data from NBS.
GDP: financial intermediation
China GDP: financial intermediation data from NBS.
GDP Growth Rate
China's annual GDP growth rate percentage. Year-over-year real GDP growth from 2010 to 2025. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
GDP quarter-on-quarter growth rate (%)
China GDP quarter-on-quarter growth rate (%) data from NBS.
GDP index (same period last year=100), quarterly
China GDP index (same period last year=100), quarterly data from NBS.
GDP: information transmission, software and IT services
China GDP: information transmission, software and IT services data from NBS.
GDP: industry
China GDP: industry data from NBS.
China GDP Per Capita
China annual GDP per capita from 1949 to 2025, showing the dramatic rise from poverty to middle-income status.
GDP: primary industry
China GDP: primary industry data from NBS.
GDP at current prices, quarterly value (100M CNY)
China GDP at current prices, quarterly value (100M CNY) data from NBS.
GDP at constant prices, quarterly value (100M CNY)
China GDP at constant prices, quarterly value (100M CNY) data from NBS.
GDP: real estate
China GDP: real estate data from NBS.
GDP: secondary industry
China GDP: secondary industry data from NBS.
GDP: tertiary industry
China GDP: tertiary industry data from NBS.
GDP: transport, storage and post
China GDP: transport, storage and post data from NBS.
China GDP (Current US$)
Source-pinned annual WDI observations. Nominal GDP at current prices and exchange rates, not real growth or PPP. China calendar years and India April–March fiscal years differ; observation status is unspecified where blank.
China vs India Nominal GDP
Source-pinned annual WDI observations. Nominal GDP at current prices and exchange rates, not real growth or PPP. China calendar years and India April–March fiscal years differ; observation status is unspecified where blank.
GDP: wholesale and retail trade
China GDP: wholesale and retail trade data from NBS.
China High-Speed Railway Mileage
China high-speed railway mileage from 2008 to 2025, showing the rapid development of HSR network
New commodity housing price index, 70 cities (MoM)
China New commodity housing price index, 70 cities (MoM) data from NBS.
New commodity housing price index, 70 cities (YoY)
China New commodity housing price index, 70 cities (YoY) data from NBS.
Floor space of housing starts (residential)
China Floor space of housing starts (residential) data from NBS.
Industrial capacity utilization
China Industrial capacity utilization data from NBS.
Industrial Value-Added Growth (above-designated-size)
China Industrial Value-Added Growth (above-designated-size) data from NBS.
Industrial Enterprises Total Profit (cumulative YTD)
China Industrial Enterprises Total Profit (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
China Infrastructure Investment
China annual fixed asset investment in infrastructure (transport, water, energy, public facilities) from 2000 to 2024
Interbank Weighted Average Rate (Monthly)
Monthly volume-weighted average rate of the interbank RMB call-loan market, as published in the PBC Financial Statistics Report.
China's Crude Oil Imports from Iran
China's crude oil imports from Iran and percentage of total imports
China-Japan Bilateral Trade
Bilateral trade statistics between China and Japan, including export shares and import dependencies. Shows how China diversified exports globally while maintaining dominance in Japan's imports.
China Trade with North Korea & South Korea
Historical trade comparison between China and the two Koreas (1992-2025). Shows the dramatic difference in trade volume: South Korea is one of China's largest trading partners, while North Korea trade is minimal due to sanctions.
Money in circulation M0, end-of-period (100M CNY)
China Money in circulation M0, end-of-period (100M CNY) data from NBS.
Money in circulation M0, year-on-year growth (%)
China Money in circulation M0, year-on-year growth (%) data from NBS.
Money supply M1, end-of-period (100M CNY)
China Money supply M1, end-of-period (100M CNY) data from NBS.
Money supply M1, year-on-year growth (%)
China Money supply M1, year-on-year growth (%) data from NBS.
China M2 Money Supply
China's broad money supply (M2) — currency in circulation plus all deposits. Monthly data from the People's Bank of China.
Money supply M2, year-on-year growth (%)
China Money supply M2, year-on-year growth (%) data from NBS.
Mining industrial value-added growth (YoY)
China Mining industrial value-added growth (YoY) data from NBS.
New Yuan Loans
New RMB loans extended by banks in the month, in 100 million RMB. Derived from the report's year-to-date cumulative figures by first-differencing within the calendar year; PBC publishes preliminary figures that can be revised in later reports.
Manufacturing PMI (%)
China Manufacturing PMI (%) data from NBS.
Composite PMI output index (%)
China Composite PMI output index (%) data from NBS.
Non-manufacturing PMI: construction business activity
China Non-manufacturing PMI: construction business activity data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: employment
China Manufacturing PMI: employment data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: finished goods inventory
China Manufacturing PMI: finished goods inventory data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: main raw materials purchase prices
China Manufacturing PMI: main raw materials purchase prices data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: new export orders
China Manufacturing PMI: new export orders data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: new orders
China Manufacturing PMI: new orders data from NBS.
Non-manufacturing business activity index (%)
China Non-manufacturing business activity index (%) data from NBS.
Manufacturing PMI: ex-factory prices
China Manufacturing PMI: ex-factory prices data from NBS.
Producer ex-factory price index (same month last year=100)
China Producer ex-factory price index (same month last year=100) data from NBS.
Producer ex-factory price index (preceding month=100)
China Producer ex-factory price index (preceding month=100) data from NBS.
Residential Property Sales Floor Area (cumulative YTD)
China Residential Property Sales Floor Area (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
Residential Property Sales Value (cumulative YTD)
China Residential Property Sales Value (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
New Commercial Property Sales Floor Area (cumulative YTD)
China New Commercial Property Sales Floor Area (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
New Commercial Property Sales Value (cumulative YTD)
China New Commercial Property Sales Value (cumulative YTD) data from NBS.
Real Estate Development Investment (cumulative)
China Real Estate Development Investment (cumulative) data from NBS.
Real Estate Development Investment YoY Growth (cumulative)
China Real Estate Development Investment YoY Growth (cumulative) data from NBS.
Pledged Repo Weighted Average Rate (Monthly)
Monthly volume-weighted average rate of the pledged bond repo market in the interbank RMB market, as published in the PBC Financial Statistics Report.
Total Retail Sales of Consumer Goods (current period)
China Total Retail Sales of Consumer Goods (current period) data from NBS.
Total Retail Sales of Consumer Goods YoY Growth
China Total Retail Sales of Consumer Goods YoY Growth data from NBS.
RMB Loans Balance YoY
Year-over-year growth of outstanding RMB loans at month end, as published monthly in the PBC Financial Statistics Report.
RMB / USD Exchange Rate
Official RMB to USD exchange rate (end of period). Monthly data from the People's Bank of China.
Second-hand housing price index, 70 cities (YoY)
China Second-hand housing price index, 70 cities (YoY) data from NBS.
China Shipbuilding Orders
China's shipbuilding new orders, orderbook and completed orders
China Total Social Financing
Annual official total social financing data from People's Bank of China annual reports, including TSF increment and year-end stock by RMB loans, foreign-currency loans, entrusted loans, trust loans, bankers' acceptances, enterprise bonds, government bonds, and equity financing.
Total Goods Import & Export Value
China Total Goods Import & Export Value data from NBS.
China Top Trading Partners
China total trade (imports + exports) with ASEAN, USA, and EU from 2015 to 2025. In 2025, ASEAN surpassed $1 trillion USD; China-US trade fell 18.7% due to tariffs.
Total Social Financing Monthly Flow
Monthly increment of China's aggregate financing to the real economy (TSF), in 100 million RMB. Derived from the report's year-to-date cumulative figures by first-differencing within the calendar year; PBC publishes preliminary figures that can be revised in later reports.
Total Social Financing Stock
Outstanding stock of China's aggregate financing to the real economy (TSF) at month end, in trillion RMB, as published in the PBC Financial Statistics Report (monthly; the annual dataset china-total-social-financing-annual carries the year-end value).
Total Social Financing Stock YoY
Year-over-year growth of China's aggregate financing to the real economy (TSF) stock, as published monthly in the PBC Financial Statistics Report.
China vs USA Trade with Brazil
Historical comparison of China and USA trade with Brazil (2000-2025). Shows China's rapid rise to become Brazil's largest trading partner, overtaking the USA in 2009. Includes both exports and imports data.
Vehicle Exports by Region
China vehicle exports to Europe, Asia, South America. Annual data from 2020 to 2025. Shows regional distribution of China automotive exports.
China Civilian Vehicle Ownership
Total civilian vehicles registered in China annually from 2000 to 2025.
China Share of World GDP (PPP)
China's share of global GDP based on Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) from 1980 to 2025. Shows China's economic rise from 2% to over 18% of the world economy.
Container Port Traffic: China vs World
Container port throughput comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China handles 40%+ of global container traffic, dominating global shipping.
E-commerce Market: China vs World
E-commerce market size comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China accounts for 40%+ of global e-commerce.
Mobile Payments: China vs World
Mobile payment transaction value comparison between China and the rest of the world (2015-2025). China processes 70%+ of global mobile payments.
Steel Production: China vs World
Crude steel production comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China produces 55%+ of global steel, dominating the industry.
Bilateral Trade Volume: China vs USA
Comparison of bilateral trade volume between China and USA
Vehicle Production: China vs Japan vs Germany
Annual vehicle production comparison between China, Japan, and Germany from 1978 to 2025. Shows China rise from 149K to 32.5M vehicles.
Construction machinery sales data
Browse 86 monthly CCMA sales and official YoY series by machine type, domestic market and exports.
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Technology and innovation metrics
China 5G Base Stations
China's cumulative 5G base station deployment from 2019 to 2025. By end of 2025, China had 4.838 million 5G base stations, averaging 34.4 per 10,000 people. China operates the world's largest 5G network with coverage in all prefecture-level cities. Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
5G Base Stations: China vs World
5G base station deployment comparison between China and the rest of the world (2019-2025). China operates 70%+ of global 5G infrastructure.
AI Research Papers: China vs World
AI research publications comparison. China publishes 28%+ of global AI papers.
Autonomous Driving Test Miles: China vs USA
Comparison of autonomous vehicle testing mileage per year
Battery Production: China vs World
Lithium-ion battery production capacity comparison between China and the rest of the world (2015-2025). China produces 70%+ of global batteries for EVs and energy storage.
China Civil Aviation Airports
China's certified civil aviation transport airports from 2000 to 2024. By end of 2024, China had 263 civil airports, up from 121 in 2000. Among them, 107 airports handle over 1 million passengers annually and 40 handle over 10 million. Data from the Civil Aviation Administration of China and Ministry of Transport.
China Optical Fiber Cable Length
China's national optical fiber cable network length from 2015 to 2025. By end of 2025, the total fiber optic network reached 74.99 million km. China has achieved gigabit optical network access in every county nationwide. Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Integrated Circuit Output
China Integrated Circuit Output data from NBS.
Industrial Robot Output
China Industrial Robot Output data from NBS.
Industrial Robot Output Official Year-on-Year Growth
China Industrial Robot Output Official Year-on-Year Growth data from NBS.
Industrial Robot Output Official Year-to-Date Year-on-Year Growth
China Industrial Robot Output Official Year-to-Date Year-on-Year Growth data from NBS.
Lithium-ion Battery Output
China Lithium-ion Battery Output data from NBS.
Mobile Phone Output
China Mobile Phone Output data from NBS.
China NEV Sales (New Energy Vehicles)
China annual new energy vehicle (NEV) sales including BEV and PHEV from 2011 to 2024, showing the world's largest EV market growth
Patent Applications
Annual number of patent applications filed in China. Covers invention, utility model, and design patents. Source: National Bureau of Statistics.
R&D Expenditure
China's research and development (R&D) expenditure in current prices from 2010 to 2024. Data reported in 10 billion CNY (10亿元). Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
Smartphone Output
China Smartphone Output data from NBS.
Solar Cell Output
China Solar Cell Output data from NBS.
Electric Vehicle Sales: China vs World
Electric vehicle sales comparison between China and the rest of the world (2015-2025). China dominates with 60%+ of global EV sales.
Electric Vehicle Sales: China vs USA
Comparison of electric vehicle sales between China and USA
High-Speed Rail: China vs World
High-speed rail network length comparison between China and the rest of the world (2008-2025). China now operates 70%+ of global high-speed rail, transforming transportation infrastructure.
Internet Users: China vs World
Internet user population comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China has 20%+ of global internet users.
LED Production: China vs World
LED lighting production comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China manufactures 70%+ of global LED products.
Patent Applications: China vs World
Patent applications comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China files 45%+ of global patents, leading in innovation.
R&D Expenditure % GDP: China vs USA
Comparison of R&D expenditure as percentage of GDP between China and the USA from 2010 to 2024. China data from NBS; USA data from NSF/OECD.
Semiconductor Manufacturing: China vs World
Semiconductor manufacturing comparison. China produces 15%+ of global chips.
Smartphone Production: China vs World
Smartphone manufacturing comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China produces 70%+ of global smartphones, serving as the world's electronics factory.
Solar Panel Manufacturing: China vs World
Solar panel manufacturing capacity comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China manufactures 80%+ of global solar panels, dominating the clean energy supply chain.
Space Launches: China vs USA
Comparison of orbital space launches per year between China and USA
Supercomputers (TOP500): China vs World
Supercomputers in TOP500 comparison. China has 35%+ of world s fastest computers.
Agriculture (7)
Agricultural production and farming data
Apple Production: China vs World
Apple production comparison. China produces 50%+ of global apples.
Cotton Production: China vs World
Cotton production comparison. China produces 25%+ of global cotton.
Fish & Seafood Production: China vs World
Fish and seafood production comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China produces 60%+ of global aquaculture output.
Pork Production: China vs World
Pork production comparison. China produces 45%+ of global pork.
Rice Production: China vs World
Rice production comparison between China and the world from 1990-2024. China produces approximately 26% of global rice. Data sourced from FAO FAOSTAT official statistics.
Vegetable Production: China vs World
Vegetable production comparison. China produces 50%+ of global vegetables.
Wheat Production: China vs World
Wheat production comparison. China produces 17%+ of global wheat.
Energy (23)
Energy production and consumption
Raw Coal Output (current period)
China Raw Coal Output (current period) data from NBS.
Crude Oil Output (current period)
China Crude Oil Output (current period) data from NBS.
Electricity Generation (current period)
China Electricity Generation (current period) data from NBS.
Total Energy Consumption
Total energy consumption (10,000 tons of standard coal)
Energy Consumption by Source
China energy consumption breakdown by source: coal, oil, natural gas, hydro, nuclear, wind, solar. Shows transition from coal dominance to cleaner energy mix.
Natural Gas Output (current period)
China Natural Gas Output (current period) data from NBS.
Hydropower Installed Capacity
Installed hydropower generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Nuclear Power Installed Capacity
Installed nuclear power generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Solar Power Installed Capacity
Installed solar (PV) power generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Thermal Power Installed Capacity
Installed thermal power generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Installed Power Capacity
National total installed power generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Wind Power Installed Capacity
Installed wind power generation capacity, measured in 10 MW units, as an end-of-month snapshot from China NEA.
Power Utilization Hours
Monthly power generation equipment average utilization hours, from China NEA.
China Renewable Power Capacity (IRENA)
China year-end renewable generating capacity, 2010-2025, under the IRENA definition. Includes renewable hydropower, wind, solar, bioenergy, marine and geothermal; excludes pure pumped storage. This is not the NEA total, which includes pumped storage.
Coal Consumption: China vs World
Coal consumption comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China consumes 50%+ of global coal, making it the world's largest coal consumer.
Electricity Generation: China vs World
Electricity generation comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China generates 30%+ of global electricity, powering the world's largest energy consumer.
Hydroelectric Power: China vs World
Hydroelectric power generation comparison. China generates 28%+ of global hydro power.
Nuclear Power Capacity: China vs World
Nuclear power capacity comparison. China has 15%+ of global nuclear capacity.
Solar PV Capacity: China vs World
Year-end installed solar photovoltaic capacity in China and worldwide, 2010-2025. China and world use the same IRENA edition and PV definition for each year; concentrated solar power is excluded. Capacity columns are GW; china_share is percent.
Solar Power Capacity: China vs USA
Comparison of solar power installed capacity between China and USA
Solar Water Heaters: China vs World
Solar water heater capacity comparison. China has 70%+ of global capacity.
Wind Capacity: China vs World
Wind power installed capacity comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China leads global wind energy with 40%+ of world capacity.
Wind Power Capacity: China vs USA
Comparison of wind power installed capacity between China and USA
Environment (1)
Environmental data and climate metrics
Infrastructure (7)
Infrastructure development and construction
Bridge Construction: China vs World
Bridge construction comparison. China builds 50%+ of global bridges.
China Expressway Network Length
China's expressway network length from 2000 to 2024. Starting from just 11,605 km in 2000, China built the world's largest expressway system reaching 190,700 km by 2024, surpassing the US Interstate Highway System in 2011. The network connects over 99% of cities with populations exceeding 200,000.
China Railway Operating Mileage
China's total railway operating mileage from 2000 to 2024. By end of 2024, China's railway network reached 162,000 km, including 48,000 km of high-speed rail. The network has nearly doubled since 2010, with double-track rate of 60.8% and electrification rate of 76.2%.
China Road Bridges Count
China's road bridge count from 2010 to 2024. By end of 2024, China had over 1.108 million road bridges spanning 101.98 million linear meters. China builds more bridges than any other country, with 7 of the world's top 10 cable-stayed bridges by span. Data from Ministry of Transport annual statistical bulletins.
China Urban Rail Transit Mileage
China's urban rail transit operating mileage from 2010 to 2024. China operates the world's largest urban rail network, expanding from about 1,469 km in 2010 to over 10,924 km by 2024 across 54 cities. The network includes metro, light rail, monorail, and maglev systems carrying billions of passengers annually.
Highway Length: China vs World
Highway network length comparison. China has 35%+ of world highways.
Railway Length: China vs World
Railway network length comparison. China has 15%+ of world railways.
Manufacturing (32)
Manufacturing and industrial production
Air Conditioners Production: China vs World
Air conditioner production comparison. China produces 80%+ of global AC units.
China Air Conditioner Exports
Monthly national air-conditioner export quantity from GACC Table 13, Air conditioners row. Quantity is in 10,000 items; parts and HS chapter totals are not substituted.
China Air Conditioner Exports YoY
Official monthly year-on-year growth in national air-conditioner export quantity from GACC Table 13. This is the published monthly rate, not cumulative growth or a calculation from rounded quantities.
Air Conditioner Output
China Air Conditioner Output data from NBS.
Air Conditioner Output Official Year-on-Year Growth
China Air Conditioner Output Official Year-on-Year Growth data from NBS.
Primary Aluminum Output
China Primary Aluminum Output data from NBS.
China Monthly Car Production
China's monthly car (basic type passenger vehicle / sedan) production output from 2010 to 2025, measured in 10,000 units. January and February data are typically not reported separately by NBS due to the Lunar New Year holiday period. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
Cement Output
China Cement Output data from NBS.
Crude Steel Output
China Crude Steel Output data from NBS.
New Energy Vehicle Output
China New Energy Vehicle Output data from NBS.
Excavator Output
China Excavator Output data from NBS.
Chemical Fertilizer Output
China Chemical Fertilizer Output data from NBS.
Flat Glass Output
China Flat Glass Output data from NBS.
China HSR Train Fleet Size
China's high-speed rail EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) train fleet size from 2008 to 2024. By end of 2024, China operated 4,806 standard EMU train sets totaling 38,448 individual railcars. The fleet has grown from just 130 sets in 2008, supporting the world's largest high-speed rail network of 48,000 km.
Ten Nonferrous Metals Output
China Ten Nonferrous Metals Output data from NBS.
Refined Copper Output
China Refined Copper Output data from NBS.
Refrigerator Output
China Refrigerator Output data from NBS.
Civilian Steel Ship Output
China Civilian Steel Ship Output data from NBS.
Steel Products Output
China Steel Products Output data from NBS.
Color TV Output
China Color TV Output data from NBS.
Motor Vehicle Output
China Motor Vehicle Output data from NBS.
Washing Machine Output
China Washing Machine Output data from NBS.
Footwear Production: China vs World
Footwear production comparison. China produces 55%+ of global footwear.
Furniture Production: China vs World
Furniture production comparison. China produces 40%+ of global furniture.
Glass Production: China vs World
Flat glass production comparison. China produces 55%+ of global glass.
Paper & Pulp Production: China vs World
Paper and pulp production comparison. China produces 25%+ of global paper.
Shipbuilding: China vs World
Shipbuilding completions comparison. China builds 45%+ of global ships.
Steel Pipe Production: China vs World
Steel pipe production comparison. China produces 50%+ of global steel pipes.
Textile Production: China vs World
Textile production comparison. China produces 50%+ of global textiles.
Toys Production: China vs World
Toys production comparison. China produces 70%+ of global toys.
Washing Machines Production: China vs World
Washing machine production comparison. China produces 45%+ of global units.
Wind Turbine Manufacturing: China vs World
Wind turbine manufacturing comparison. China produces 50%+ of global turbines.
Military (1)
Defense and military statistics
Natural Resources (4)
Natural resources and mining
Copper Production: China vs World
Copper production comparison. China produces 35%+ of global copper.
Graphite Production: China vs World
Graphite production comparison. China produces 65%+ of global graphite.
Lithium Processing: China vs World
Lithium refining capacity comparison. China processes 65%+ of global lithium.
Rare Earth Production: China vs World
Rare earth elements production comparison between China and the rest of the world (1990-2025). China produces 60%+ of global rare earths, critical for electronics and clean energy.
Population (5)
China population datasets covering total population, birth rates, urbanization, migration, aging demographics, and provincial breakdowns. China entered population decline in 2022 — the first contraction since the Great Famine of 1961 — and births have halved from 17.9 million in 2016 to under 9 million in 2024.
China Annual Births
China annual birth population from 1949 to 2025. Shows the dramatic decline in birth rates, from peak 29+ million in 1960s to under 10 million in 2020s.
China vs India Population
Source-pinned annual WDI observations. De facto midyear estimates; China NBS and India UN WPP inputs have different estimation methods.
Total Population
China's total population at year-end from 2010 to 2025, in units of 10,000 persons. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
University Graduates
Annual number of university graduates in China. Regular undergraduate and postgraduate degree completers. Source: Ministry of Education.
Urbanization Rate
Percentage of urban population in China's total population from 2010 to 2025. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
Society (14)
Social indicators and public services
Average Weekly Working Hours of Employed Persons
China Average Weekly Working Hours of Employed Persons data from NBS.
China Crime Rate per 100,000 Population
China's crime rate measured as criminal cases per 100,000 population
Education Budget
China's national government budget expenditure on education. Annual data in 100 million CNY. Source: Ministry of Finance, National Bureau of Statistics.
Employed persons
China Employed persons data from NBS.
Healthcare Budget
China's national government budget expenditure on healthcare. Annual data in 100 million CNY. Source: Ministry of Finance, National Bureau of Statistics.
China Inbound Tourism Visitors
Annual inbound tourism visitors to China from 1978 to 2025. Shows the growth of China as a tourism destination, including impacts of SARS (2003), global financial crisis (2008-2009), and COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2022).
National urban survey unemployment rate (%)
China National urban survey unemployment rate (%) data from NBS.
Youth Survey Unemployment Rate (25-29, excl. students)
China Youth Survey Unemployment Rate (25-29, excl. students) data from NBS.
Prime-Age Survey Unemployment Rate (30-59, excl. students)
China Prime-Age Survey Unemployment Rate (30-59, excl. students) data from NBS.
Survey Unemployment Rate (31 Major Cities)
China Survey Unemployment Rate (31 Major Cities) data from NBS.
China Urbanization Rate: 1978–2024
China's urbanization rate from 1978 to 2024, tracking the share of urban population as a percentage of total population. From just 17.92% in 1978 when reforms began, China's urbanization rate crossed 50% in 2011 and reached 67% by 2024. This represents the largest urbanization in human history, with over 800 million people moving to cities over four decades.
China vs US Average Height Comparison
Historical comparison of average adult height between China and the United States from 1960 to 2020. Shows China's rapid height growth narrowing the gap with the US.
Youth Survey Unemployment Rate (16-24, excl. students)
China Youth Survey Unemployment Rate (16-24, excl. students) data from NBS.
Crime Rate: China vs USA vs Japan
Crime rate comparison per 100,000 population in China, USA and Japan
Transport (15)
Transport infrastructure, port throughput, shipping, and mobility data
Civil aviation freight volume
China Civil aviation freight volume data from NBS.
Freight Turnover
China Freight Turnover data from NBS.
Freight Volume
China Freight Volume data from NBS.
China Maritime Fleet Tonnage
China merchant fleet total tonnage from 2000 to 2025, showing growth to world #2 position
Port Cargo Throughput (2019-)
China Port Cargo Throughput (2019-) data from NBS.
National Total Cargo Throughput
Monthly cargo throughput in 10,000 tons, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
National Total Container Throughput
Monthly container throughput in 10,000 TEU, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
National Coastal Cargo Throughput
Monthly cargo throughput in 10,000 tons, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
National Coastal Container Throughput
Monthly container throughput in 10,000 TEU, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
National Inland Cargo Throughput
Monthly cargo throughput in 10,000 tons, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
National Inland Container Throughput
Monthly container throughput in 10,000 TEU, sourced from the Ministry of Transport of China.
Port Cargo Throughput (2005-2018)
China Port Cargo Throughput (2005-2018) data from NBS.
Rail freight volume
China Rail freight volume data from NBS.
Road freight volume
China Road freight volume data from NBS.
Waterway freight volume
China Waterway freight volume data from NBS.
Port throughput data
Browse cargo and container throughput for 125 individual Chinese ports, sourced from the Ministry of Transport.