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Piero Cingari

China’s Central Bank Takes Surprising Step As Economy Falters

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) building is pictured in Beijing, China, on July 20, 2023. The People's Bank of China surprisingly lowered the interest rate on its one-year medium-term loan facility by 15 basis points to 2.5% on Tuesday, indicating that it is taking aggressive steps to defend its economy from growing threats. JIANG QIMING/CHINA NEWS SERVICE/GETTY IMAGES

The People’s Bank of China unexpectedly reduced the one-year medium-term lending facility rates by 15 basis points to 2.5% Tuesday, signaling a proactive stance to support its economy against mounting challenges.

The decision comes as China grapples with the dual threats of a deepening property crisis and sluggish consumer spending and follows a series of disappointing economic indicators.

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