The South China American Chamber of Commerce report shows that 75% of surveyed companies plan to reinvest in China by 2026.

(Finance View, March 10, 2026) The South China American Chamber of Commerce released the “Special Report on the Economic Situation in South China 2026.” The report is based on a survey involving 426 companies, providing comprehensive and quantitative research and analysis of the business community, along with valuable insights into development trends in South China. The report indicates that despite ongoing tensions in trade, China’s position as a leading global investment destination remains solid. Data shows that 45% of surveyed companies list China as their top global investment destination, an increase of 6 percentage points from 2024. Revenue figures also confirm this strategic focus: 37% of companies report that over 60% of their global revenue comes from China, a rise of 6 percentage points.

The report shows that corporate commitments to investing in China remain strong. 95% of surveyed companies explicitly state they will continue to deepen their presence in the Chinese market; no companies have chosen to completely withdraw from China. Among the 28% of companies that have shifted some investments, 79% have only moved less than 30% of their projects outside China. Looking ahead, 75% of surveyed companies plan to reinvest in China in 2026. It is estimated that the reinvestment budget for member companies’ profits in China over the next three to five years will reach $13.79 billion.

Guangzhou has ranked as China’s top investment destination for nine consecutive years in this survey (38%). Shenzhen follows closely, with a significant 6 percentage point increase in companies listing it as their second-largest investment destination, reaching 29%, surpassing Shanghai (10%) and Beijing (5%).