China hikes bank reserves to fight excess liquidity

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China hikes bank reserves to fight excess liquidity

China boosted the bank reserve requirement ratio (RRR) by 50bp this week as the central bank struggles to control inflation. Banks will find it more difficult and more expensive to lend, but the domestic bond market could grow as a result.

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