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香港金管局出手!港元直线拉升
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-08-15 09:41
Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong dollar (HKD) has recently appreciated against the US dollar (USD), breaking through the 7.82 level after being stable around 7.85 for several days, indicating intervention by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) to stabilize the currency [1][3]. Exchange Rate Movements - The HKD/USD exchange rate rose from 7.85 to 7.81823, with a daily low of 7.81330 as of August 15 [1]. - The HKMA intervened by buying HKD 33.76 billion and selling USD on August 14, and HKD 70.65 billion on August 13, to maintain the peg [3][4]. HKMA Intervention - The HKMA has intervened multiple times in the foreign exchange market this year, purchasing over HKD 110 billion since late June [4]. - The HKMA's actions are guided by the Currency Board system, which mandates buying USD and selling HKD when the exchange rate hits the weak-side convertibility threshold of 7.85 [3]. Market Conditions and Outlook - The interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the US remains significant, making carry trades attractive and keeping the HKD close to the 7.85 level [4]. - Analysts expect that the HKMA's interventions will lead to a moderate increase in HKD interest rates, although they may remain below levels seen before May [4][5]. - Factors influencing future HKD movements include US monetary policy, market sentiment, and global capital flows [4][5].
港元汇价触及弱方兑换保证 香港金管局在市场买入70.65亿港元
智通财经网· 2025-08-13 01:52
Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong dollar has weakened, triggering the weak-side convertibility guarantee at 7.85 per US dollar, leading to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) intervening in the market by selling US dollars and buying Hong Kong dollars [1] Group 1: Currency Intervention - On August 13, after the New York trading session, the HKMA sold 70.65 billion HKD to the market, resulting in a decrease of the banking system's balance to 570.91 billion HKD on August 14 [1] - This marks the 11th time since June that the HKMA has intervened, accumulating a total of 1,165.94 billion HKD, which is approximately 90% of the capital inflow seen in May [1] Group 2: Historical Context - The last time the weak-side convertibility guarantee was triggered was on August 6, when the HKMA absorbed 84.39 billion HKD [1] - In early May, the Hong Kong dollar had triggered the strong-side convertibility guarantee multiple times, with a total inflow of 1,294 billion HKD, indicating a significant shift in the currency's strength over the past two months [1]
香港金管局:港美息差对套息交易具吸引力 “弱方兑换保证”或再被触发
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang· 2025-07-31 09:57
Group 1 - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) stated that the future pace and magnitude of interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve are highly uncertain, which will lead to changes in the Hong Kong interest rate environment [1][3] - Following strong capital inflows in early May, the supply of Hong Kong dollars remained ample, but demand for the currency has decreased, leading to a weakening of the Hong Kong dollar due to carry trades [1][3] - The HKMA noted that the interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the US remains attractive for carry trades, keeping the exchange rate close to the 7.85 HKD to 1 USD level, although recent demand for Hong Kong dollars related to stocks has provided some support for the currency [1][3] Group 2 - The HKMA indicated that the "weak-side convertibility guarantee" was triggered multiple times since late June, with the most recent occurrence on July 31 during the New York trading session [1][3] - The HKMA will buy Hong Kong dollars and sell US dollars according to the linked exchange rate system if the "weak-side convertibility guarantee" is triggered again, which will lead to a decrease in the banking system's surplus and a gradual increase in Hong Kong dollar interbank rates [1][3] - On the same day, three banks in Hong Kong, including HSBC, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong), and Bank of China (Hong Kong), announced that they would maintain their best lending rates unchanged [1][3]
香港金管局:将继续密切监察市场变化 维持货币及金融稳定
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-07-31 06:41
Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has decided to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 4.25% to 4.50%, indicating uncertainty regarding future rate cuts based on U.S. inflation and employment data [1] - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) noted that the Hong Kong dollar liquidity is gradually tightening, with the Hong Kong interbank offered rate (HIBOR) rising from low levels, although it remains significantly below U.S. rates [1] - The HKMA mentioned that the "weak-side convertibility guarantee" may be triggered again depending on changes in Hong Kong dollar supply and demand, as well as uncertainties related to U.S. monetary policy and global financial market conditions [1] Group 2 - The HKMA emphasized the significant uncertainty surrounding the magnitude and pace of future U.S. rate cuts, which may lead to changes in Hong Kong's interest rate environment [2] - The HKMA advised citizens to consider the potential for rising Hong Kong dollar interest rates when making decisions related to property, investment, or borrowing [2] - The HKMA will continue to closely monitor market changes to maintain monetary and financial stability [2]
香港金管局:美联储未来减息步伐有待观察 香港利率环境或存变数
Zhi Tong Cai Jing· 2025-07-31 05:53
Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has maintained the federal funds rate target range at 4.25-4.5%, aligning with market expectations [1] - There is significant uncertainty regarding the future pace and magnitude of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, which will depend on U.S. inflation and employment data [1] - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) noted that the local interest rate environment may change due to various factors, and residents should consider the potential for rising Hong Kong dollar interest rates when making financial decisions [1] Group 2 - The interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the U.S. remains attractive for carry trades, keeping the Hong Kong dollar close to the 7.85 level [2] - Recent demand for Hong Kong dollar liquidity related to stock investments has provided some support for the currency [2] - Future considerations include changes in Hong Kong dollar supply and demand, uncertainties surrounding U.S. monetary policy, and global financial market conditions, which may trigger the "weak side convertibility guarantee" again [2]
香港金管局:美联储维持息率不变的决定符合市场预期
news flash· 2025-07-31 04:29
Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) responded to the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates, which aligns with market expectations. The current interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the U.S. remains attractive for carry trades, keeping the Hong Kong dollar close to the 7.85 level [1] Group 1 - The demand for Hong Kong dollar liquidity related to stocks has been strong, providing support for the currency [1] - Future movements in the Hong Kong dollar will depend on changes in liquidity supply and demand, as well as uncertainties such as U.S. monetary policy, interest rate trends, stock market sentiment, and global capital flows [1] - The weak-side convertibility guarantee may be triggered again, leading the HKMA to buy Hong Kong dollars and sell U.S. dollars, which would decrease the banking system's surplus and gradually increase Hong Kong dollar interbank rates [1] Group 2 - There is significant uncertainty regarding the future pace and extent of U.S. interest rate cuts, which may also affect Hong Kong's interest rate environment [1] - The HKMA will continue to closely monitor market changes to maintain monetary and financial stability [1]
香港金管局在市场买入39.25亿港元,因港元汇价触及弱方兑换保证
news flash· 2025-07-30 21:16
Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) intervened in the market by purchasing HKD 39.25 billion due to the Hong Kong dollar reaching the weak end of its peg [1] Group 1 - The intervention was triggered as the Hong Kong dollar hit the weak side of the currency peg, which is a mechanism to maintain the currency's value [1] - The amount of HKD 39.25 billion reflects a significant market operation aimed at stabilizing the currency [1]
每日债市速递 | 财政部7月14日将招标发行300亿元91天期贴现国债
Wind万得· 2025-07-13 22:42
Group 1: Open Market Operations - The central bank conducted a 7-day reverse repurchase operation of 84.7 billion yuan at a fixed rate of 1.40% on July 11, with a net injection of 50.7 billion yuan for the day after accounting for 34 billion yuan in reverse repos maturing [1] - A total of 425.7 billion yuan in reverse repos will mature from July 14 to 18, with specific maturities of 106.5 billion, 69 billion, 75.5 billion, 90 billion, and 84.7 billion yuan on respective days [1] Group 2: Liquidity Conditions - The overnight pledged repo rate for deposit-taking institutions increased by 2 basis points to 1.34%, while the 7-day pledged repo rate decreased by over 2 basis points to 1.47% [3] - The latest overnight financing rate in the U.S. stands at 4.32% [3] Group 3: Interbank Certificates of Deposit - The latest transaction rate for one-year interbank certificates of deposit among major banks is around 1.63%, showing a slight increase from the previous day [6] Group 4: Bond Market - The yields on major interbank bonds showed mixed movements, with the 30-year main contract rising by 0.05%, while the 10-year and 5-year main contracts fell by 0.02% and 0.01% respectively [12] - The Ministry of Finance plans to issue 30 billion yuan in 91-day discount treasury bonds on July 14 [18] - The National Development Bank will issue up to 11 billion yuan in two tranches of financial bonds on July 14 [18] - The Agricultural Development Bank will issue up to 25 billion yuan in three tranches of financial bonds on July 14 [18] Group 5: Global Macro Events - U.S. President Trump announced a 35% tariff on Canadian products starting August 1 [15] - The Bank of Japan introduced a new lending operation to support market liquidity by allowing investors to borrow recently issued Japanese government bonds [15] - The UK economy has contracted for the second consecutive month, with a GDP decline of 0.1% in May, influenced by U.S. tariffs and multiple cost pressures [15]
香港金管局总裁余伟文:“弱方兑换保证”或再度被触发
Xin Hua Cai Jing· 2025-07-11 14:03
Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has demonstrated the orderly operation of the linked exchange rate system amid changing market liquidity and persistent interest rate differentials between Hong Kong and the U.S. [1][2] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The HKMA President noted that the Hong Kong dollar (HKD) has seen a significant inflow of funds, with the banking system's HKD surplus rising from approximately HKD 45 billion to over HKD 170 billion, indicating a very ample liquidity situation [1] - The demand for HKD has changed, with a strong demand observed from May to June, but factors such as the peak of dividend payouts and the return of funds from non-local companies have reduced this demand [1] Group 2: Interest Rate and Exchange Rate - The interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the U.S. remains wide, making arbitrage trading profitable and keeping the HKD close to the 7.85 level [2] - The HKMA emphasizes that the primary policy goal of the linked exchange rate system is to maintain the stability of the HKD, rather than targeting interest rates [2]
余伟文再谈近期港元市场的动态:“弱方兑换保证”可能会再度被触发
news flash· 2025-07-11 06:42
Core Viewpoint - The current Hong Kong dollar (HKD) market dynamics indicate a significant interest rate spread between Hong Kong and the US, making carry trades still profitable and keeping the HKD close to the 7.85 level [1] Group 1: Market Conditions - The interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the US remains wide, which supports the profitability of carry trades [1] - The HKD is expected to remain near the 7.85 level due to supply and demand changes in HKD funds and other uncertainties, including US Federal Reserve monetary policy and global financial market conditions [1] Group 2: Potential Triggers - The "weak side convertibility guarantee" may be triggered again, with its extent and timing influenced by market conditions, particularly the supply and demand for funds [1] - As the HKD supply and demand approach balance, an upward adjustment in HKD interbank rates may become more apparent, indicating increased sensitivity of HKD interbank rates to market liquidity changes [1] Group 3: Future Expectations - Market participants should be prepared for potential upward adjustments in Hong Kong interest rates [1]