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The post PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8077 vs. 6.8054 previous appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. On Wednesday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead at 6.8077 compared to the previous day’s fix of 6.8054 and 6.8018 Reuters estimate. PBOC FAQs The primary monetary policy objectives of the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) are to safeguard price stability, including exchange rate stability, and promote economic growth. China’s central bank also aims to implement financial reforms, such as opening and developing the financial market. The PBoC is owned by the state of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), so it is not considered an autonomous institution. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Committee Secretary, nominated by the Chairman of the State Council, has a key influence on the PBoC’s management and direction, not the governor. However, Mr. Pan Gongsheng currently holds both of these posts. Unlike the Western economies, t
Read full articleGlobal economic stability is at risk as central banks may tighten policies amid supply shocks, potentially stifling growth and raising inflation. The post Reserve Bank of Australia warns supply shocks from Iran war could force tighter monetary policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Japan's softened policy language may stabilize markets by preserving BOJ's independence, but risks unclear signals affecting global liquidity. The post Japan may soften monetary policy language to avoid pressuring Bank of Japan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The post Vietnam: Supportive stance as inflation risks recede – DBS appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. DBS Group Research economist Chua Han Teng expects the State Bank of Vietnam to keep its refinancing rate at 4.50% through end-2026. The report highlights a broadly stable Vietnamese Dong against the US Dollar, easing headline inflation, and strong GDP growth. DBS raises its 2026 growth forecast to 8.0% as supportive monetary policy is maintained. SBV seen holding rates to 2026 “The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) kept its refinancing rate unchanged at 4.50% in 1H26, and we expect this steady stance to extend until the end of 2026.” “Although the Vietnamese dong has been hovering on the weaker end of its trading band against the US dollar in 2Q26, it has remained broadly stable with a slight appreciation bias, despite bouts of regional FX volatility driven by Middle East tensions and hawkish re-pricing of US Fed interest rate expectations.” “At the same time, headline inflation eased an
The post Chinese Yuan: PBoC strengthens Hong Kong hub and links – BNY appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. BNY’s Geoff Yu reports that the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) expanded the Renminbi (RMB) Business Facility and Southbound Bond Connect quotas, boosting Hong Kong’s role as the main offshore yuan hub. The central bank will support more yuan-priced commodities, enhance Gold clearing, and allocate more reserves to Hong Kong, while Governor Pan Gongsheng pledges a supportive stance without signaling imminent rate or RRR cuts. Liquidity boost for offshore RMB market “The PBoC has announced new measures to deepen Hong Kong’s role as the main offshore yuan hub and to widen mainland-Hong Kong financial links.” “The RMB Business Facility will be expanded to ¥500bn, giving Hong Kong banks greater access to yuan liquidity, while the annual Southbound Bond Connect quota will rise to ¥800bn from ¥500bn.” “The central bank also said it will support more yuan-priced commodity products, advance
Rising inflation expectations could pressure the Fed to adjust monetary policy, impacting economic growth and consumer purchasing power. The post Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey shows rising inflation expectations in June 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Rising inflation expectations could pressure monetary policy, impacting economic stability and consumer purchasing power in key sectors. The post Americans expect higher inflation driven by medical care, rent: Fed survey appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The post Gold: Price dip seen limited as PBoC buying continues – Commerzbank appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Commerzbank’s Carsten Fritsch notes Gold fell to USD 4,120 per ounce after fresh Iranian attacks lifted TTF gas and Oil prices, but Fed rate expectations remain unchanged. He argues downside is limited, as the People’s Bank of China has bought Gold for 20 straight months, recently accelerating purchases and adding 33 tons over the last three months on the lower price environment. Chinese demand cushions recent weakness “The price of gold fell to USD 4,120 per troy ounce this morning following Iranian attacks on two cargo ships and an LNG tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, the TTF natural gas price rose significantly, and oil prices also edged up slightly, fueling inflation concerns.” “However, there was no change in Fed rate hike expectations. The market continues to anticipate interest rate hikes by the Fed of around 30 basis points by the end of the year. As a r
Falling energy prices could ease inflation, potentially influencing the Fed's monetary policy towards rate cuts if trends align. The post Falling energy prices may reduce inflation in coming months, says Fed’s Williams appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
