The PBOC issued CNY256bn of 14-day reverse repo at 1.65% during this morning’s open market operations.
Today’s maturities CNY55bn.
Net liquidity injection CNY201bn.
The PBOC monitors and maintains liquidity through the issuance of reverse repo.
Today’s CFETS pledged repo index from deposit institutions is at 1.65% and the overnight REPO rate is at 1.75%.
It is widely expected that the PBOC will continue to provide liquidity as China heads into the Lunar New Year period.
The Lunar New Year holidays sees China out Jan 28-Feb 04 inclusive.
MNI: CHINA PBOC CONDUCTS CNY256 BLN VIA 14-DAY REVERSE REPO TUE
Jan-21 01:24
CHINA PBOC CONDUCTS CNY256 BLN VIA 14-DAY REVERSE REPO TUE
CNH: USD/CNY Fixing Dips, But Focus On Tariff Headlines
Jan-21 01:20
The USD/CNY fixing printed at 7.1703, versus a BBG consensus of 7.2934.
The fixing compares to yesterday's 7.1886 outcome. Today's fixing is the lowest level since early Nov.
USD/CNH spiked higher to 7.2939, from earlier lows of 7.2524, as headlines from US President Trump crossed. He stated 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada would likely be imposed on Feb 1.
USD/CNH has stabilized somewhat since, last near 7.2800, around 0.25% weaker in CNH terms.