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Core Viewpoint - The liquidity in the financial market remains stable at the beginning of October, with a comfortable funding environment, although there are slight fluctuations towards the end of the month due to tax periods and cross-month factors [1][3][4]. Funding Environment - The average overnight rate (R001) and the 7-day rate (R007) for October were 1.38% and 1.50%, respectively, marking the lowest levels of the year [1]. - The net issuance of government bonds in October was 528.1 billion yuan, the lowest for the year, contributing to a stable funding price [1][26]. - The funding rates experienced slight increases at the end of the month due to tax period pressures, but the central bank's actions helped to stabilize the rates [1][9]. Interbank Lending - The average daily lending volume from banks decreased to 3.80 trillion yuan in the last week of October, down from 4.25 trillion yuan in the previous weeks, primarily due to large banks reducing their lending [3]. - Despite a decrease in lending willingness, the issuance price of certificates of deposit (CDs) fell, indicating a potential turning point in CD pricing [3][4]. Monetary Policy - The central bank's actions, including the resumption of government bond trading, are expected to inject medium to long-term funds into the banking system, stabilizing banks' liability expectations [4][13]. - The central bank's net injection of liquidity through reverse repos and MLF (Medium-term Lending Facility) indicates a continued supportive monetary policy stance [13][15]. Government Bonds - The net issuance of government bonds in October was significantly below expectations, with a total of 528.1 billion yuan, leading to a forecasted increase in issuance for November [26][29]. - The expected net issuance for November is approximately 1.23 trillion yuan, reflecting a seasonal increase in government bond supply [26]. Interbank Certificates of Deposit - The weighted issuance rate of interbank CDs decreased to 1.64% in the last week of October, indicating a downward trend in funding costs [32]. - The net financing from interbank CDs was 153.6 billion yuan, with a total issuance of 734.4 billion yuan during the same period [34]. Bill Market - The bill rates saw a significant decline, with the 1-month bill rate dropping to 0.01%, reflecting weak credit demand in October [19][20]. - Major banks shifted from net buying to net selling in the bill market, indicating a potential decrease in credit activity [19][22].