China’s recent economic stimulus efforts have created a cautiously optimistic environment for major foreign investors, with reports indicating a slight uptick in consumer spending, easier access to capital, and potential openings for broader structural changes, according to international business groups.

Following China’s surge of stimulus measures, some American retailers are reporting an increase in spending by Chinese consumers, while capital access for new investments has reportedly improved, making it easier for U.S. firms to finance larger projects. Harley Seyedin, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in South China, noted that lower interest rates are enabling members of the chamber—including several Fortune 500 companies—to secure funding for previously postponed projects.

Similarly, European businesses operating in China see the stimulus as a positive step toward government actions that could further drive consumption and potentially lead to deeper structural shifts in China’s business environment. Adam Dunnett, a representative of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, emphasized the importance of using this period to implement direct reforms, which would benefit the economy and create a more robust business landscape.

The increase in consumer confidence and ease of access to capital may encourage foreign firms to expand their operations within the Chinese market. The current economic environment could support growth opportunities for foreign companies as they position themselves for long-term participation in China’s evolving economy.