Skip to main content

Policy Rates (Jun.)

The PBOC has lowered its policy rates for the first time since last summer, reflecting growing concerns among policymakers about the health of China’s recovery. Friday’s State Council meeting signalled that further support measures are on their way. But we think that a sharp acceleration in credit growth is still unlikely and that the recovery will continue to mostly depend on the service sector.

Subscriber content

Read this in full, free

Start a free trial and use one of your 10 free starter credits to unlock this piece.


Free. 10 articles. No card required.

By completing this form you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions for the provision of a free trial of Capital Economics' services. We take your privacy seriously and will not share your details with others without your consent. By providing your details, including your email address, you are consenting to Capital Economics sending you macroeconomic commentary and analysis. You can unsubscribe at any time. See our Privacy Policy for more information.