21社论丨内外部因素共振支撑人民币走强

Group 1 - The recent strengthening of the RMB against the USD has drawn significant market attention, with the exchange rate rising to around 7.07, a nearly 5% appreciation from the April low of 7.43, marking the highest level since October 14 of last year [1] - The primary driver for the RMB's appreciation is the market's increasing expectation of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December, with the probability of a 25 basis point cut rising to approximately 80% following dovish signals from the Fed [1][2] - The RMB's strength is also supported by positive signals in global trade, particularly a thaw in US-China trade relations, which has reduced external uncertainties facing the Chinese economy [1][2] Group 2 - The RMB's appreciation is further bolstered by the robust and resilient fundamentals of the Chinese economy, with exports maintaining high growth despite US tariffs, and a GDP growth target of 5% appearing more certain [2] - Recent policies aimed at curbing disorderly competition in China have begun to show results, stabilizing key indicators like core inflation and producer prices, which has boosted market confidence and supported the RMB's long-term appreciation trajectory [2] - The internationalization of the RMB is progressing steadily, with an increase in overseas investments by Chinese enterprises, which helps mitigate exchange rate risks and supports the RMB's broader use in cross-border trade and investment [2][3] Group 3 - The questioning of USD credit due to high debt levels and protectionist tendencies has led global investors to seek asset diversification, presenting significant opportunities for RMB internationalization [3] - The global trading volume of the RMB has surged to $817 billion daily, accounting for 8.5% of global forex trading volume, indicating a growing acceptance of the currency [3] - As of the end of October, the scale of offshore RMB loans by financial institutions reached approximately 2.5 trillion yuan, reflecting a 37.5% year-on-year increase, showcasing the acceleration of RMB credit "going abroad" [3][4]