🇨🇳China's stimulus package: Genuine recovery ahead or just hope on paper? China’s central bank has unveiled another one comprehensive monetary stimulus package, cutting key short-term interest rates and lowering bank reserve requirements to their lowest since 2018. To support the struggling property sector, the authorities are pledged to lower borrowing costs on $5.3 trillion in mortgages and ease rules for second-home purchases.The central bank will also provide RMB 800 billion ($113 billion) in liquidity support for stocks. Meanwhile, the steel industry continues to face headwinds, with production down over 2% YoY and key price indicators in a downward spiral. The steel PMI has remained below 50 for more than a year, signaling persistent challenges 🔻 As we look ahead, the effectiveness of these measures remains to be seen. Will they ignite any economic recovery, or are they merely setting expectations for a temporary uplift? #Metis #marketintelligence #steelindustry #ferroalloys #crudesteel #stainlesssteel #China
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#Oil and #China this morning: China's central bank (the PBOC) released a raft of monetary easing measures to stimulate the economy, including but not limited to reducing reserve requirements at commercial banks and cutting repo rates. PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng indicated that more was on the way, with another reduction in bank reserve requirements to take place before year-end. Oil is up apparently this morning on this news (see chart below), with hopes that these measures will help to nudge China's economy towards its 5% GDP growth goal. However, in my opinion, it is premature to conclude that China's economy will get back on the saddle in no time. Never mind the long and variable lags of monetary policy; what I have in mind is the state of the mind of households and businesses. It is one thing to lower the cost of borrowing and increase liquidity (supply-side measures), but for money supply expansion and circulation, there has to be a demand for credit or a willingness to borrow on the other side. If households and businesses face uncertain prospects and are hesitant, then the appetite for taking on debt would, in turn, be limited, thus reducing the efficacy of such measures. So far this morning, we have made up ground for yesterday's afternoon losses, but with Nov Brent at near $75/bbl, the scope for further upside, given the above, may be limited. What do you think? Can China pull it off on monetary policy easing alone? The price chart is made thanks to our Flux platform; for more details, see the following link: https://lnkd.in/eUidbEYz #OOTT Onyx Capital Group
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China's central bank announced on Monday that it would maintain its benchmark lending rates, a move expected by the market following recent policy rate stability amidst signs of economic recovery. According to the People's Bank of China, the one-year loan prime rate remains at 3.45%, while the five-year rate stands at 3.95%. This decision aligns with the recent unchanged status of the medium-term lending facility rate, which serves as a reference for the loan prime rate set by major Chinese banks. China's economy exceeded expectations in the first quarter, with a 5.3% year-on-year GDP growth. Despite setting a growth target of around 5.0% for the year, the robust economic performance reduces the likelihood of immediate easing measures, despite some economists advocating for interest rate cuts to support the struggling real estate sector. Additionally, the depreciation pressure on the yuan, similar to other Asian currencies, amid a strengthening U.S. dollar is a significant factor. The central bank reiterated its commitment to maintaining a stable currency, emphasizing its aim to keep the yuan at a reasonable and balanced level. In light of China's robust economic momentum and the central bank's commitment to currency stability, analysts anticipate a cautious approach to monetary policy adjustments. While some economists advocate for further interest rate cuts to stimulate the real estate sector, policymakers may prioritize maintaining stability amidst external currency pressures and achieving targeted economic growth. The decision to hold benchmark lending rates steady reflects a delicate balancing act between supporting economic recovery and ensuring financial stability in the face of evolving domestic and international challenges. Read our other insightful economic news: https://lnkd.in/exQ-kXwE #FPG #Fortuneprimeglobal #commodity #equity #technicalanalysis #technology #news #investors #intraday #investing
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Another rate cut from China this week, joining the trend of major economies easing monetary policy. While #RBA rates remained steady today, it's becoming a question of when, not if, they will cut rates. Reach out to discuss your personal home and investment lending needs. 0466 558 192 lewis.johns@alic.com.au #weareALIC #InterestRates #InvestmentLending #EthicalLending
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EM Banks' Catalysts Hinge On Policy Shift From China to Turkey 💠 #China’s property policies and President Xi Jinping's pledge to develop "new productive forces" could sustain loan growth of at least high-single digits in 2024, despite April's sharp slowdown 💠 #Indian banks are also poised for strong lending, with the government's focus on infrastructure likely to continue after Narendra Modi’s election, though at a more-moderate pace with potential coalition-partner opposition 🔹 Yet funding costs may stay elevated, amid slower deposit growth and higher-for-longer US rates 💠 #South #African lenders are set for more market-friendly policies that would enforce fiscal discipline and tackle electricity blackouts in a government of national unity between the Democratic Alliance and the African National Congress 💠 #Gulf banks' key drivers will remain the $80 oil and $2 trillion in construction spending, where capital flows from China could help 💠 #Turkish peers may sustain momentum after a 220% home-driven rally as potential easing of lira offshore-swap rules and Turkey's removal from FATF's grey list may support foreign inflows #emergingmarkets #banks #investments Read our full report on the terminal << https://lnkd.in/dBuCv2nf Bloomberg Intelligence Philip Richards Edmond C. Tomasz Noetzel, CFA Sarah Jane Mahmud Francis Chan Sergei Voloboev
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China lets the yuan weaken. They have held the rates steady but I think they will also cut interest rates slowly and gradually - leading to the RMB's continued weakness. Because this is bleeding obvious for the short term - it makes buying China's ultra long bond attractive to Mainland Chinese funds and banks. This defeats the purpose of increasing liquidity in the system through the sale of bonds - when banks lock up short term liquidity meant for loans into long term bonds to preserve their booked assets. PBOC governor warned against this behavior - and I think he wants them to think he means it - the next time. But what can he do? If the bonds issued are not bought, then the PBOC buys them up - it is also locking in liquidity that would be better served being loaned out for relatively safe, productive uses.
China Loosens Grip on Yuan With Weakest Fixing Since November
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China unleashes stimulus surge: A signal to monitor GCC petrochemical and metal stocks? In a decisive effort to tackle the deceleration of the world's second-largest economy, China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), has announced a sweeping stimulus package designed to reignite growth. With growing concerns that Beijing may fall short of its 5% annual growth target, the PBOC aims to invigorate the economy through measures including reduced borrowing costs, expanded bank lending capacities, increased liquidity, and mortgage relief for households. Given China's position as the largest global consumer of petrochemicals and metals. Could any uptick in Chinese industrial activity or consumer demand signal a ripple effect, potentially boosting the value of petchem and metal stocks in the GCC? #UnitedSecurities #ChinaStimulus #GCCMarkets #PetrochemicalStocks #MetalStocks #EconomicGrowth #ChinaEconomy #PBOC #IndustrialDemand #CommodityMarkets #GlobalTrade #InvestorSentiment #MarketOutlook #GCCInvestments #EmergingMarkets #GrowthOpportunities
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RESEARCH: Following the recent interest-rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, the Bank of Korea (BOK) lowered its policy rate by 25 basis points to 3.25 percent on Oct. 11, marking the first time since May 2020 the central bank has sought to lower borrowing costs. Stabilizing inflation, slower growth in household debt and easing depreciation pressure on the Korean won were cited by the central bank as the main reasons behind the rate cut.
Bank of Korea starts easing cycle
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"BRICS member China made a huge financial announcement last week indicating that they are launching a new currency swap program with developing countries. The currency swap allows the Central Banks of developing countries to sign an agreement with China that would facilitate trade in local currencies. Central Banks can swap their local currencies for trade with China and save millions in exchange rates. Also Read: BRICS: China Dumping US Dollars To Keep Yuan on Top The US dollar will play no role in the currency swap agreement making local currencies the centerpiece of all transactions. The move comes in line with the BRICS alliance looking to push local currencies first for trade and commerce instead of the US dollar. Read here to know how many sectors in the US will be affected if BRICS ditches the dollar for trade. BRICS: Currency Swap With China Is Worth $553.49 Billion" "
BRICS: China Makes Major Financial Announcement
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📉 China's central bank unexpectedly cuts key policy rates to support economy Today, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) surprised markets by lowering the seven-day reverse repo rate to 1.7% from 1.8%, and by cutting benchmark lending rates by the same margin, for the first time since August 2023. The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) was lowered to 3.35% from 3.45% previously, while the five-year was reduced to 3.85% from 3.95%. The overnight rate on the PBOC standing lending facility (SLF) was cut by 10 bps to 2.55%. The seven-day and one-month rates were each lowered by 10 bps to 2.7% and 3.05%, respectively. The cuts come after China last week reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter economic data. Chinese bonds were slightly gaining after the central bank cut a policy interest rate. The yield on the 10-year sovereign note dropped 2 basis points and stabilized at 2.24%. The country’s stocks fell, as investors continued to express disappointment at a lack of strong stimulus measures. Analysts expect more rate cuts in China after the Fed begins its rate cut cycle. So, foreign investors increased their holdings of Chinese bonds in June for a 10th consecutive month, waiting for the bond further gains. As of the end of June, the value of bonds held by foreign investors set a new record of 4.31 trillion yuan ($593 billion), data released by the Shanghai Head Office of the PBOC showed. This amount increased by more than 1 trillion yuan during the past 10 months. #China #PBOC #InterestRates #EconomicPolicy #MarketNews #Bonds #MonetaryPolicy #FinancialNews #GlobalEconomy #RateCuts #ChineseMarket #EconomicSupport #FinanceUpdates #InvestmentNews #BondMarket #EconomicData
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Market Update: The Australian dollar is trading near a 9-month high, surpassing US$0.68, its strongest level since January. This rally comes ahead of today's Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) monetary policy decision. A weaker US dollar and China's economic measures are key factors influencing the AUD’s momentum and near-term direction. Want to stay in the loop? Subscribe to our daily OFXpert commentary: https://bit.ly/4ezTM3z #foreignexchange #OFX #finance #marketupdate #volatility
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