1、Empowered by Intelligence,Bound for InnovationPwC Global AI Performance Study China ReportPwC Global AI Performance Study China ReportPwCForeword As the integration of Artificial Intelligence(AI)with the real economy deepens,AI has emerged as a pivotal engine driving the transformation of the digita
2、l economy and a cornerstone for building core corporate competitiveness.It also serves as a vital catalyst for enterprises to accelerate technological self-reliance and drive sustainable growth.According to PwCs 2026 AI Performance Study,intense AI adoption has not yet translated into measurable ret
3、urns for many enterprises.At this stage,value remains highly concentrated amongst a select few.Of the 1,217 global companies surveyed,only 20%of“AI leaders”captured 74%of the economic gains driven by AI technology.What sets these AI leaders apart from other businesses,and where do Chinese enterprise
4、s stand regarding their AI maturity?We conducted a comprehensive evaluation utilising the AI Fitness Index,to measure the performance of each enterprise.Our research reveals that successful AI leaders are able to precisely pinpoint pain points,construct tailor-made infrastructure,and deeply embed AI
5、 into their organisational DNA.Bolstered by a strategic,national emphasis and substantial public-private investment,the AI capabilities of Chinese enterprises are advancing rapidly,narrowing the gap with global leaders and successfully securing a position within the worlds first-tier echelon.By benc
6、hmarking the AI fitness indices of AI leaders,Chinese enterprises,and others,this report examines how leading companies translate AI development into performance growth.It also analyses the competitive strengths and structural bottlenecks shaping the AI development of Chinese enterprises.Drawing upo