Article 1: Current Status and Highlights of China’s Watch Exports

In recent years, China’s watch industry has achieved remarkable success in the international market. According to data, from January to June, cumulative exports of clocks and clock components reached US$472 million, a year-on-year increase of 2.33%; cumulative exports of watches and watch components reached US$1.064 billion, a year-on-year increase of 12.29%. Fujian, a major watchmaking province, exported 3.3 billion yuan worth of watches and parts in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 10.7%, ranking third nationwide in terms of export value. The main exports were watches and electric wall clocks, with exports of 1.09 billion yuan and 940 million yuan, respectively, representing year-on-year increases of 6% and 5.6%, respectively. In May, Shanghai Hanchen Watch Group made its first export of 125 “Shanghai” and “Seagull” brand watches from Shanghai Airport, marking a significant step for time-honored Chinese watch brands to enter the international market. Furthermore, the Hunan Hengyang Watch and Clock Industrial Park produces over 100,000 watches daily, 90% of which are exported to over 80 countries and regions worldwide, accounting for over 30% of global sales. These data and examples clearly demonstrate that China’s watch exports are showing positive growth momentum, with a gradually expanding share of the international market and a growing variety of product offerings.