Monetary Policy Measures - The People's Bank of China announced a comprehensive monetary policy package, including a 0.5% reserve requirement ratio cut, providing approximately 1 trillion yuan in long-term liquidity[3] - Policy interest rates were reduced by 10 basis points for OMO and LPR, and housing provident fund loan rates were lowered by 25 basis points, enhancing support for credit and stabilizing the real estate market[3] - An additional 3,000 billion yuan in re-loans was allocated for technological innovation and small enterprises, with a total of 5,000 billion yuan for service consumption and elderly care support[3] Economic Impact - The reduction in interest rates is expected to stimulate private investment, which grew by 0.4% year-on-year in Q1 2025, indicating increased participation in public sectors and manufacturing[3] - Government bond interest payments are projected to rise to 9.2% of the 2025 general fiscal budget revenue, up from 7.8% last year, indicating a growing fiscal burden[3] Market Reactions - The Shanghai Composite Index opened strongly on May 7, recovering previous losses and nearing levels seen on April 3, 2025, reflecting positive market sentiment[4] - The bond market showed a steepening yield curve, with short-term rates declining and long-term rates rising due to improved economic expectations[4] Risk Considerations - Potential risks include the possibility of growth policies not meeting expectations, escalating geopolitical conflicts, and overseas economic downturns[4]