Digital consumption is rapidly expanding in the Chinese mainland, emerging as a key driver of household spending and a new engine for the consumer market 🎉.
In the first half of this year (2025), digital consumption hit 9.37 trillion yuan (around $1.3 trillion), accounting for 46.5 percent of total household spending. This shows how fast online services, e-commerce, and virtual experiences are reshaping the way people shop and spend 💳📱.
By June, the Chinese mainland counted over 958 million digital consumers—85.3 percent of all internet users—embracing mobile payments, livestream shopping, online games, streaming, and more. From small-town buyers to big-city trendsetters, going digital has become the new normal 🌐✨.
For young professionals and entrepreneurs, these shifts signal opportunities in tech, digital marketing, and e-commerce. Students and academics can dive into data and trends to understand global markets, while travelers and Asian diaspora communities can explore and shop across borders with ease 🛍️✈️.
With 2025 drawing to a close, these digital consumption trends point to even more growth in 2026. Stay tuned for more insights on how the digital economy is shaping our world!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
