10月MLF延续净投放 资金面迎大税期和跨月双重‘大考’

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has continued to implement a net injection of liquidity through MLF operations, indicating a supportive monetary policy stance amid ongoing government bond issuance and economic challenges [1][2][3]. Group 1: MLF Operations and Liquidity Injection - On October 27, the PBOC conducted a 900 billion yuan MLF operation, marking the eighth consecutive month of increased MLF operations [1][2]. - With 700 billion yuan of MLF maturing in October, the net injection for the month will reach 200 billion yuan, maintaining a high level of liquidity [1][2]. - The total net liquidity injection for October, including 4 trillion yuan from reverse repos, will amount to 600 billion yuan, consistent with the previous month [1][2][3]. Group 2: Government Bond Issuance and Economic Support - The current period is characterized by significant government bond issuance, with an additional 500 billion yuan of local government debt planned for October to address existing debt and stimulate effective investment [1][2]. - Analysts expect that the net financing scale of government bonds in October will still reach 1 trillion yuan [2][3]. Group 3: Future Monetary Policy Outlook - Looking ahead to the fourth quarter, there is a possibility that the PBOC may implement a reserve requirement ratio (RRR) cut or increase bond purchases to further release liquidity [5][6]. - The necessity for stable growth has increased, and the PBOC aims to align monetary supply growth with economic growth and inflation expectations [5][6]. - The market liquidity is expected to remain stable and abundant before the end of the year, with limited upward pressure on market interest rates [5][6].