近日，沪深交易所以及中国结算发布了关于支持境外机构投资者开展债券回购业务有关事项的通知。 符合条件的境外机构投资者，可以开展沪深交易所债券回购业务。境外机构投资者应当委托具有沪深交 易所会员资格的境内证券公司（下称"交易参与人"）参与债券回购交易。 这也意味着，券商也将迎来上述业务机会。 鹏元资信评级认为，此举丰富了境外投资者的流动性管理工具，有助于提高资金使用效率、降低投资组 合波动，增强外资"敢来愿留"的信心。 沪深交易所发布业务细则 据悉，通知所称的债券回购业务，包括债券质押式协议回购和债券质押式三方回购，以及在债券通用质 押式回购业务中作为逆回购方融出资金。交易所和中国结算可以根据市场发展需要，调整境外机构投资 者可以开展的债券回购业务范围。 境外机构投资者应当按照交易所相关规定，在参与债券通用质押式回购前，与其委托的证券公司签署债 券通用质押式回购委托协议；在参与债券质押式协议回购、债券质押式三方回购前，应当签署相应的回 购交易主协议等文件。在参与债券质押式三方回购前，还应当进行投资者适当性备案。 为境外机构投资者参与债券回购业务提供结算服务的结算参与人，应当遵守中国结算相关业务规则，加 强对境外机 ...

12月19日，沪深交易所分别与中国证券登记结算有限责任公司（以下简称"中国结算"）联合发布通知，支持境外机构投资者开展交易所债券回购业务。 为了深化交易所债券市场对外开放，支持境外机构投资者在交易所市场开展债券回购业务，中国人民银行、中国证监会、国家外汇管理局此前联合发布 《关于进一步支持境外机构投资者在中国债券市场开展债券回购业务的公告》（以下简称《公告》）。通知称，符合《公告》要求和交易所债券市场债 券现券交易规定条件的境外机构投资者，可以开展交易所债券市场债券回购业务。 通知所称债券回购业务，是指债券质押式协议回购业务（以下简称"协议回购"）、债券质押式三方回购业务（以下简称"三方回购"），以及在债券通用 质押式回购业务中作为逆回购方融出资金。 根据通知，境外机构投资者通过合格境外机构投资者和人民币合格境外机构投资者渠道开展交易所债券回购业务的，账户、交易、登记、结算等事项应 当按照交易所和中国结算关于境外机构投资者债券交易及登记结算业务相关规则办理。 境外机构投资者应当按照交易所相关规定，在参与债券通用质押式回购前，与其委托的证券公司签署债券通用质押式回购委托协议；在参与债券质押式 协议回购、债券质押 ...

12月19日，沪深交易所分别与中国证券登记结算有限责任公司（以下简称"中国结算"）联合发布通知，支 持境外机构投资者开展交易所债券回购业务。 这是对此前中国人民银行、中国证监会、国家外汇管理局三部门支持境外机构开展债券回购业务相关政策的进 一步落实。 支持境外机构开展债券回购业务 为了深化交易所债券市场对外开放，支持境外机构投资者在交易所市场开展债券回购业务，中国人民银行、中 国证监会、国家外汇管理局曾在9月份联合发布《关于进一步支持境外机构投资者在中国债券市场开展债券回 购业务的公告》（以下简称《公告》）。 通知称，符合《公告》要求和交易所债券市场债券现券交易规定条件的境外机构投资者，可以开展交易所债券 市场债券回购业务。 债券回购业务，是指债券质押式协议回购业务（以下简称"协议回购"）、债券质押式三方回购业务（以下简 称"三方回购"），以及在债券通用质押式回购业务中作为逆回购方融出资金。 根据沪深交易所的最新政策，境外机构投资者通过合格境外机构投资者和人民币合格境外机构投资者渠道开展 交易所债券回购业务的，账户、交易、登记、结算等事项应当按照交易所和中国结算关于境外机构投资者债券 交易及登记结算业务相关规 ...

Core Viewpoint - China's bond market is becoming an important option for foreign institutions as the country accelerates its financial opening, with various investment channels influencing foreign investment behavior [1][2]. Overview of Foreign Investment Channels in China's Bond Market - The QFII system, established in 2002, was the first major channel for foreign institutions to invest in China's capital market, initially having high entry barriers which have been gradually relaxed [3]. - The RQFII system, launched in 2011, supports the internationalization of the RMB by allowing foreign institutions to invest in the domestic market using RMB funds, with recent expansions in its scope [4]. - CIBM Direct, initiated in 2016, allows foreign institutions to enter the interbank bond market without prior approval, becoming a major channel for foreign investment [5]. - The "Bond Connect," established in 2017, facilitates access to the interbank bond market through Hong Kong, simplifying the process for foreign investors and enhancing market participation [6]. Comparison of Foreign Institutions' Investment Behavior - Different channels attract various types of foreign institutions, with QFII primarily attracting large international financial institutions, while RQFII is favored by institutions holding offshore RMB [7][8]. - CIBM Direct has broadened the types of foreign institutions participating, including central banks and sovereign wealth funds, while "Bond Connect" has attracted a wider range of institutions, including smaller asset management firms [8][9]. Investment Scale and Trends - As of August 2025, foreign institutions held approximately 3.83 trillion yuan in interbank bonds, with CIBM Direct accounting for 77.08% of the holdings, while "Bond Connect" represented about 22.92% [9][10]. - The trading volume through "Bond Connect" has surpassed that of CIBM Direct, indicating a more active trading behavior among smaller institutions [9]. Preference for Bond Types - Foreign institutions generally prefer interest rate bonds, particularly government and policy bank bonds, with government bonds holding a 72.6% share of their holdings as of August 2025 [10][11]. Preference for Bond Maturity - Investment strategies vary by channel, with QFII and RQFII focusing on flexible duration strategies, while CIBM Direct participants, such as central banks, prefer medium to long-term bonds [12]. Factors Influencing Investment Behavior - Foreign institutions' investment decisions are influenced by policy regulations, market conditions, investor attributes, and limitations of each investment channel [13][14]. - The regulatory environment, including entry barriers and operational processes, significantly impacts the depth and breadth of foreign investment [14]. - Market conditions, such as macroeconomic stability and interest rate differentials, also play a crucial role in shaping investment behavior [15]. Conclusion and Policy Recommendations - To enhance the attractiveness of China's bond market for foreign investors, recommendations include improving asset quality, streamlining cross-border custody standards, and optimizing tax processes [20][21][22][23].

Core Points - Gao Fei has been appointed as the Party Secretary of the China Foreign Exchange Trading Center, succeeding Huo Yingli, who has retired due to age [1] - Gao Fei previously held various positions within the Financial Market Department, including Deputy Director and Deputy Inspector [3] - The China Foreign Exchange Trading Center aims to enhance the internationalization of the domestic financial market and support the internationalization of the Renminbi [4] Group 1 - Gao Fei's appointment is expected to continue the push for further opening of the bond market to foreign investors, including exploring new custody models and improving risk hedging tools [3] - As of August 2025, 1,170 foreign institutions from 80 countries and regions have entered the Chinese bond market, holding approximately 4 trillion RMB [4] - The Trading Center serves as a crucial infrastructure for China's financial market, providing various services including issuance, trading, and post-trade processing [4][5] Group 2 - The Trading Center is responsible for daily market monitoring and the self-regulatory mechanisms for market interest rate pricing [5] - The current leadership team of the Trading Center includes Gao Fei as Party Secretary, Zhang Yi as President, and several Vice Presidents [5]

Core Insights - In the first nine months of this year, foreign institutions conducted nearly 400 billion RMB in cross-border bond transactions in Guangdong, marking an 84% year-on-year increase [1][2] Group 1: Market Overview - The total size of China's bond market exceeds 190 trillion RMB, characterized by a diverse range of bond types and investor structures [1] - Foreign institutional investors can participate in the Chinese bond market through various channels, including direct market access, Bond Connect, QFII/RQFII, and swap connections [1] Group 2: Bond Issuance and Innovation - Guangdong's financial institutions and non-financial enterprises issued 873.2 billion RMB in bonds in the interbank market, ranking third nationwide [2] - Among these, technology enterprises and equity investment institutions issued a total of 48.4 billion RMB in technology innovation bonds, placing second in the country [1][2] Group 3: Market Development and Services - The People's Bank of China in Guangdong is focused on promoting the development of a multi-tiered bond market and enhancing the openness of the bond market [1] - The local financial institutions are actively providing services for foreign institutions to issue Panda bonds and participate in Chinese bond investment transactions [2] - The total trading volume of cash bonds in Guangdong's interbank market reached 141 trillion RMB, the highest in the country, while the total repurchase trading volume was 44.1 trillion RMB, ranking third [2]

Core Insights - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) reported that as of September 2025, foreign institutions held 3.78 trillion yuan in the interbank bond market, accounting for 2.2% of the total custody volume [1] - The report indicates a significant increase in the number of foreign institutions entering the market, with 11 new entities in September alone, contributing to a total of 1,176 foreign institutions [3] - The introduction of a new bond repurchase mechanism for foreign investors is expected to enhance market liquidity and attract more foreign capital into the domestic bond market [6][7] Group 1: Foreign Investment in Bond Market - As of September 2025, foreign institutions held 2.00 trillion yuan in government bonds, 0.77 trillion yuan in policy financial bonds, and 0.86 trillion yuan in interbank certificates of deposit [1][3] - The number of foreign institutions participating in the bond market has increased, with 11 out of 15 new entrants in the third quarter joining in September [3] - The trading volume of foreign institutions in the interbank bond market was approximately 0.96 trillion yuan in September, with an average daily trading volume of about 41.7 billion yuan [1] Group 2: Market Dynamics and Trends - The trading volume of foreign institutions in September showed a slight decline to 0.83 trillion yuan from 0.87 trillion yuan in August, indicating a limited contraction in overall trading activity [3] - Commercial banks maintained a dominant position in the bond market, with a trading volume of 24.46 trillion yuan in September, while securities companies saw a decrease in trading volume [4] - The new bond repurchase policy allows foreign institutions to engage in repurchase transactions, enhancing the liquidity management tools available to them [6][7] Group 3: Impact of New Regulations - The new regulations are expected to diversify the types of investors in the bond market, including foreign central banks, international financial organizations, and various financial institutions [6] - The introduction of the repurchase mechanism is anticipated to reduce transaction friction and enhance the willingness of foreign institutions to hold bonds [7] - The repurchase business is expected to improve the pricing efficiency of the domestic bond market by reflecting overseas capital market expectations [8]

Core Insights - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has reported that as of September 2025, foreign institutions held 3.78 trillion yuan in the interbank bond market, accounting for 2.2% of the total market [1] - The report indicates a significant increase in the number of foreign institutional participants, with 11 new entities entering the market in September alone, contributing to a total of 1,176 foreign institutions [1][2] - A new policy allowing foreign institutions to engage in bond repurchase transactions in the Chinese bond market was introduced, which is expected to enhance market liquidity and attract more foreign investment [3][4] Foreign Institutional Holdings - As of September, foreign institutions held 2.00 trillion yuan in government bonds, 0.86 trillion yuan in interbank certificates of deposit, and 0.77 trillion yuan in policy financial bonds, with the latter two showing a decline compared to previous months [2] - The overall trading volume of foreign institutions in the interbank bond market was approximately 0.96 trillion yuan in September, with an average daily trading volume of about 41.7 billion yuan [1] Market Dynamics - The trading activity of different types of institutions showed structural changes, with credit cooperatives increasing their trading volume significantly from 0.36 trillion yuan in August to 0.47 trillion yuan in September [2] - Commercial banks maintained a dominant position in the market, with a trading volume of 24.46 trillion yuan, while securities companies saw a slight decline in their trading volume [2][3] New Policy Impact - The new policy introduced on September 26 allows foreign institutions to conduct bond repurchase transactions, which is expected to diversify the types of participants in the market and enhance trading convenience [3][4] - The initial response from financial institutions was swift, with major banks and securities firms engaging in multiple transactions under the new mechanism shortly after its announcement [4] Future Outlook - Analysts believe that the introduction of the bond repurchase mechanism will reduce transaction friction and enhance the willingness of foreign institutions to hold bonds, thereby stabilizing the market [5][6] - The diversification of participants is expected to lead to more trading strategies and improve the overall efficiency of the domestic bond market [6]

Core Insights - The launch of cross-border bond repurchase transactions marks a significant step in China's bond market opening, following the introduction of Bond Connect and Swap Connect [1][5] - The first day of trading saw a transaction volume of 5.8 billion yuan, indicating strong initial interest from both domestic and foreign institutions [2][3] Summary by Sections Cross-Border Bond Repurchase Launch - Multiple banks have successfully executed the first batch of cross-border bond repurchase transactions, with a total transaction volume of 5.8 billion yuan on the first day [2][3] - The People's Bank of China, the China Securities Regulatory Commission, and the State Administration of Foreign Exchange jointly announced support for foreign institutional investors to engage in bond repurchase transactions in the Chinese bond market [2][4] Benefits for Domestic and Foreign Institutions - The new policy provides foreign investors with liquidity management tools, enhancing their investment experience and potential returns [4][5] - Foreign investors can use their held RMB bonds as collateral for financing, significantly improving asset utilization efficiency [4][5] - For domestic banks, participating in this business broadens liquidity management channels and enhances their influence in international markets [4][5] Future Market Activity - The cross-border bond repurchase business is expected to see steady growth in scale and activity, indicating a deeper integration of onshore and offshore financial markets [5][6] - The new policy aligns with international practices, reducing barriers for foreign institutions to participate in the Chinese market [5][6] - Market participants have positive expectations for the future activity level of the cross-border RMB repurchase market [5][6]

Core Viewpoint - The launch of cross-border bond repurchase transactions marks a significant step in China's bond market opening, providing liquidity management tools for foreign investors and creating new business opportunities for domestic banks [1][4][6]. Summary by Sections Launch of Cross-Border Bond Repurchase - Multiple banks have successfully executed the first batch of cross-border bond repurchase transactions, achieving a transaction volume of 5.8 billion yuan on the first day [2][3]. - The new mechanism allows foreign institutional investors to engage in bond repurchase transactions, enhancing the liquidity management of their RMB bond holdings [4][6]. Benefits for Domestic and Foreign Institutions - The cross-border bond repurchase business offers dual benefits for both foreign institutional investors and domestic banks [4][6]. - Foreign investors can utilize this new policy to manage liquidity risks, optimize investment strategies, and enhance the efficiency of their RMB bond assets [4][6]. - Domestic banks can expand their liquidity management channels and improve their influence in international markets through participation in this business [4][6]. Future Market Activity - The cross-border RMB repurchase market is expected to see steady growth in scale and activity, indicating a deeper level of "rules and systems" type of opening in China's bond market [1][5][6]. - The new policy aligns with international practices, facilitating a clearer framework for cross-border transactions and reducing barriers for foreign institutions [6][7].