Rising Chinese government bond prices spark fears of bubble, prompting central bank intervention

From CNN: 2024-07-03 06:07:00

Chinese government bond prices are rising as investors seek refuge from volatile markets. Yields are hitting record lows, prompting fears of a bubble. The People’s Bank of China is intervening to stabilize the market. Concerns are growing over potential economic risks if the bond frenzy continues. A slowdown in external demand could prompt a shift back to riskier assets, causing bond yields to rise. The central bank’s move to borrow and sell bonds is aimed at preventing a crisis similar to that of Silicon Valley Bank. If bond yields fall too quickly, it could impact capital outflows and economic growth.



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