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China's Lunar New Year to Spark $9.5B in Spending

2/19/2026

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  • The extended Lunar New Year holiday is expected to boost domestic spending.
  • The government projects 9.5 billion trips during the 40-day festival, up from last year.
  • The holiday runs February 15–23 and includes a nine-day break.
  • To stimulate consumption, authorities will issue over 360 million yuan in consumer vouchers.
  • The drive to boost domestic demand will shape China’s upcoming five-year plan, focusing on the service sector.