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China shifts stance with surprise rate cut

Today’s unexpected rate cut in China is intended as a sign that the government is willing to act preemptively to guarantee continued strong economic growth. But there will also be suspicions that the government has been rattled into boosting share prices, a perception that will undermine equity market development over the long term.

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