StanChart Doesn't See Much Room for Yuan to Appreciate

StanChart Doesn't See Much Room for Yuan to Appreciate

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The transcript discusses Bloomberg Economics' expectations for interest rate changes, focusing on the PBOC's monetary policy and its impact on the one-year and five-year LPR rates. It explores potential policy stimulus and economic relief measures in response to the virus, emphasizing tax cuts and corporate support. The analysis extends to bond yields, market reactions, and the implications of fiscal deficits. Additionally, the transcript examines currency fixing, market dynamics, and the influence of China-US tensions on the CNY.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the market expectation for the one-year LPR rate cut?

15 basis points

10 basis points

20 basis points

5 basis points

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the PBOC cautious about aggressive policy easing for the property market?

To avoid a housing bubble

To prevent inflation

To maintain mortgage loan stability

To increase foreign investment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered more effective than immediate policy stimulus in reviving the economy?

Increasing interest rates

Reducing corporate taxes

Expanding the fiscal deficit

Implementing tax cuts and fee exemptions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of a fiscal deficit expansion in China?

Decreased bond supply

Reduced investor interest

Increased bond supply

Stable bond yields

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the PBOC's approach to the yuan's exchange rate?

Fixing it at a constant rate

Pegging it to the US dollar

Devaluing it regularly

Allowing market determination

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of China-US tensions on the yuan's exchange rate policy?

Strengthening the yuan

Avoiding high-level responses

Weakening the yuan

Maintaining a neutral stance

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the CNY performed against a basket of currencies since the start of the year?

Depreciated by 3%

Remained stable

Appreciated by 1.5%

Depreciated by 1.5%