Core Viewpoint - The increasing supply of RMB in overseas markets is expected to boost the enthusiasm of foreign enterprises for RMB trade financing, driven by lower financing costs compared to USD and relatively stable RMB exchange rates [1][14][15]. Group 1: RMB in Trade Financing - The RMB's attractiveness for trade financing is growing due to significantly lower financing rates compared to USD, reducing costs for foreign enterprises [1][15]. - The RMB's stable exchange rate reduces concerns about exchange rate risks for overseas enterprises engaged in trade financing [1][15]. - The demand for RMB in cross-border investment is increasing as more Chinese enterprises invest overseas and prefer to use RMB for ODI (Overseas Direct Investment) [4][6]. Group 2: Global Trends in RMB Usage - As of the end of 2024, RMB is projected to become the third-largest trade financing currency globally, with cross-border payment amounts reaching 64.1 trillion yuan, a 23% year-on-year increase [8]. - Over 80 foreign central banks have included RMB in their foreign exchange reserves, reflecting a trend towards diversifying reserve assets away from USD [9][17]. - The share of RMB in global foreign exchange reserves is currently below 3%, indicating significant potential for growth [18]. Group 3: Challenges and Opportunities - The increasing use of RMB by foreign enterprises presents new challenges in meeting diverse needs for RMB settlement, investment, and reserve management [19]. - Enhancing RMB liquidity in overseas markets is crucial for encouraging foreign institutions to hold RMB assets [20][21]. - Recent policy measures, such as allowing foreign investors to use Chinese government bonds as collateral for RMB repurchase agreements, aim to improve the liquidity and attractiveness of RMB assets [22].
外资银行眼中的人民币国际化