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China Tourism Receipts

International tourism receipts  ST.INT.RCPT.CD

China's tourism receipts was $27.8B in 2004, ranked 6th globally. This represents a 48.4% increase from 2003. Data from World Bank, covering 1997–2004.

$27.8B +$9.0B (+48.4%)
Year 2004 Rank #6 Global Peak $27.8B (2004) Source World Bank

China Tourism Receipts (1997–2004)

Overview

China's tourism receipts stood at $27.8B in 2004, a rise of +$9.0B from 2003. China ranked 6th globally.

China's tourism receipts reached 27,755,000,000.00 in 2004, marking the country's all-time peak and ranking sixth globally. This figure represents a significant increase from the all-time trough of 12,626,000,000.00 in 1997. Compared to its peers, China's tourism receipts trailed those of Germany, which had 36,417,000,000.00 in the same year, but surpassed those of Australia, with 18,032,000,000.00. The growth in tourism receipts over the 8-year period suggests a steady expansion of China's tourism industry. As the country continued to develop its infrastructure and attractions, its tourism sector is likely to remain a significant contributor to the economy. Looking ahead, a continued increase in international travel and tourism would likely sustain the upward trend in China's tourism receipts.

Data & projection

Year Tourism Receipts YoY change Rank
2004 $27.8B +$9.0B #6
2003 $18.7B −$3.0B #6
2002 $21.7B +$2.7B #6
2001 $19.0B +$1.7B #6
2000 $17.3B +$2.3B #6
1999 $15.0B +$1.8B #6
1998 $13.2B +$603.0M #6
1997 $12.6B – #6

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +14.5% GDP growth 7.8% C/A balance 1.5%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tourism receipts improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is China's tourism receipts?▾

China's tourism receipts was $27.8B in 2004. Ranked 6th globally. This represents a 48.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest tourism receipts in China?▾

China's tourism receipts peaked at $27.8B in 2004.

What was the lowest tourism receipts in China?▾

The lowest tourism receipts in China was $12.6B in 1997.

How does China rank in tourism receipts?▾

China ranks 6th globally in tourism receipts as of 2004.

What is the World Bank indicator code for tourism receipts?▾

The World Bank indicator code is ST.INT.RCPT.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is China's tourism receipts in billion?▾

China's tourism receipts was approximately 27.76 billion ($27.8B) in 2004.

What is the tourism receipts of China in 2004?▾

The tourism receipts of China in 2004 was $27.8B. This ranks 6th in the world.

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