Core Viewpoint - The probability of further interest rate cuts in China within the year remains low, primarily due to three key reasons [1][2][3]. Group 1: Impact of Federal Reserve's Actions - The logic behind the Federal Reserve's rate cuts opening up space for domestic rate cuts hinges on the pressure for RMB depreciation. Since mid-April, the RMB has strengthened, indicating that external factors like US Treasury yields and the dollar index are not trending downwards. The recent dovish stance from Powell is more about favorable external interest differentials rather than alleviating depreciation pressure [1]. - The relationship between external exchange rates and internal interest rates is viewed as a one-way logic, where significant depreciation pressure may allow for rate cuts, but a strong RMB does not necessarily lead to domestic rate cuts [1]. Group 2: Focus on Economic Stability and Financial Risk - Currently, the focus on exchange rates in rate cut decisions is relatively limited, with more emphasis on stabilizing growth and preventing financial risks. The monetary policy report from Q2 maintains a consistent stance on keeping the exchange rate stable [2]. - Historical context shows that the only time the exchange rate significantly constrained domestic rate cuts was from late 2024 to early 2025, where expectations for cuts were high but ultimately unmet due to market dynamics [2]. Group 3: Structural and Targeted Monetary Policy - The central bank's approach to "cost reduction" is becoming more structural and targeted, reducing the necessity for broad rate cuts. The current strategy emphasizes the use of structural tools and prioritizes quality over quantity in credit allocation [3]. - Even if external or internal factors trigger a rate cut, liquidity may not significantly loosen. For short-term funds, a 10 basis point cut may be the lower limit, while for long-term funds, rate cuts aimed at stabilizing the exchange rate or supporting the stock market may not lead to significant declines in long-term interest rates [3].