China kept benchmark lending rates unchanged for a fifth month on Friday, as expected, but analysts say future cuts are possible as the central bank has pledged to support the COVID-ravaged economy.
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UPDATE 1-China seen keeping benchmark lending rates unchanged for fifth month
China is expected to keep benchmark lending rates unchanged for a fifth month in January, a Reuters survey showed, although analysts think cuts next month are probable after the central bank pledged …
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China’s recovery may mean the Fed will have to hike rates longer
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said a reopened China makes him “nervous that will lead to upward pressure on inflation.” As the end of China’s stringent Covid restrictions quickens the …
China seen keeping benchmark lending rates unchanged for fifth month
China is expected to keep benchmark lending rates unchanged for a fifth month in January, a Reuters survey showed, although analysts think cuts next month are probable after the central bank pledged …
