Group 1 - 30% of central banks surveyed plan to increase allocation to RMB assets, indicating a growing interest in diversifying investments into China [1] - The RMB has appreciated by 1.9% against the USD in the first half of the year, with a trading range between 7.15 and 7.35 [1] - Foreign investment in RMB-denominated bonds has exceeded $600 billion, reflecting a stable trend since 2025 [1] Group 2 - The RMB is experiencing structural changes, with a shift in expectations towards appreciation rather than depreciation [2] - The long-term low interest rate environment in China, with 10-year government bond yields below 2%, contrasts with the US yields above 4%, supporting RMB's internationalization [2] Group 3 - The credibility of US Treasury bonds is declining, as evidenced by increased volatility and a 5% drop in the USD index following tariff announcements [3][4] - The shift in trade dynamics due to tariffs may enhance the use of non-USD currencies, including RMB, in international trade settlements [5] Group 4 - The current low allocation of global stock assets to China (1.7%) compared to the US (54%) suggests a potential for systematic correction in the future [6] - China's manufacturing sector continues to lead globally, with a manufacturing value added of over 40.5 trillion yuan, accounting for approximately 30% of global manufacturing [7] Group 5 - The market position of the RMB is improving, with foreign investors increasingly holding RMB-denominated assets, which currently account for about 3%-4% of total market value [8] - Economic stability and the effectiveness of domestic demand policies are expected to further enhance the attractiveness of RMB assets to foreign investors [8] Group 6 - The RMB's exchange rate is expected to remain stable, supported by high-quality economic development and ongoing foreign exchange market resilience [9] - The need for the RMB to maintain appropriate elasticity in its exchange rate is emphasized to mitigate downward pressure [9] Group 7 - Recent measures to facilitate cross-border investment and financing are expected to enhance the attractiveness of RMB assets, with significant reductions in processing times for foreign investment [10] - Allowing for a moderate appreciation of the RMB could help alleviate concerns about currency depreciation among foreign investors, fostering a positive investment environment [10][11]

Group 1 - The foreign exchange market in China is operating smoothly, with an increased willingness from foreign investors to allocate assets in RMB, and overall balanced cross-border capital flows [1][3] - In the first half of the year, the scale of foreign-related income and expenditure in China reached a record high of $7.6 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 10.4% [3] - There was a net inflow of $127.3 billion in cross-border funds, with a significant quarter-on-quarter growth of 46% in the second quarter [3] Group 2 - Foreign exchange reserves increased to $33,174 billion by the end of June, up by $115.1 billion from the end of 2024 [3] - The trading volume in the domestic RMB foreign exchange market reached $21 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 10.2%, with derivatives trading accounting for 65% of the total [3] - Foreign investment in domestic stocks and funds saw a net increase of $10.1 billion, reversing the trend of net reductions over the past two years [3] Group 3 - The State Administration of Foreign Exchange plans to implement three key measures to enhance cross-border trade and investment, including expanding pilot policies in free trade zones and simplifying foreign direct investment registration [4] - The foreign debt quota for high-quality technology enterprises will be increased to $20 million, with formal documents to be released soon [4] - The market mechanism for RMB exchange rates is being continuously improved, with a historical high of 30% in the foreign exchange hedging ratio among enterprises [4]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles is that China's foreign exchange market performed better than expected in the first half of the year, with stable foreign capital allocation in RMB assets and a positive outlook for future investment [1][3][6] - The foreign exchange market showed strong resilience and vitality, with five key features: steady increase in foreign-related income and expenditure, continued net inflow of cross-border funds, basic balance in supply and demand, active market trading, and stable foreign exchange reserves [1][6] - The RMB exchange rate remained stable, appreciating by 1.9% against the USD in the first half of the year, fluctuating between 7.15 and 7.35, which helped stabilize the macro economy and international payments [1][6] Group 2 - Foreign capital's allocation in RMB assets is expected to have sustainable growth potential, with foreign holdings of domestic RMB bonds exceeding $600 billion, and a net increase of $10.1 billion in domestic stocks and funds in the first half of the year [3][4] - The international balance of payments is maintaining basic equilibrium, with a steady increase in the current account surplus and a corresponding financial account deficit, indicating a self-balancing pattern [2][6] - Three factors are expected to support the continued stable operation of the foreign exchange market: robust economic fundamentals, steady progress in opening up to the outside world, and enhanced resilience of the foreign exchange market [6][7]

7月22日，国新办举行新闻发布会，介绍2025年上半年外汇收支数据情况。国家外汇管理局(以下简 称"外汇局")副局长、新闻发言人李斌在发布会上表示，2025年以来，外部环境更趋复杂多变，单边主 义、保护主义抬升，全球经济和跨境贸易增长动能减弱，国际金融市场波动加大。我国加快实施更加积 极有为的宏观政策，着力扩大国内需求，有效应对外部挑战，经济运行总体平稳、稳中有进，高质量发 展持续巩固。外汇市场平稳运行，展现出较强的韧性和活力，表现好于市场预期。 据李斌介绍，今年上半年，我国外汇收支主要呈现几个特点：一是，涉外收支规模稳步增加；二是，跨 境资金延续净流入；三是，外汇市场供求基本平衡；四是，外汇市场交易活跃；五是，外汇储备规模稳 定。 "总的来看，上半年，我国外汇市场有力有效应对外部冲击风险，运行总体平稳。"李斌表示，下一步， 外汇局将持续建立健全"更加便利、更加开放、更加安全、更加智慧"的外汇管理体制机制，促进经济高 质量发展和高水平开放。 预计外资仍会逐步增配人民币资产 外汇局国际收支司司长贾宁介绍，2025年以来，外资配置人民币资产总体较为稳定。外资投资人民币债 券规模上升，目前外资持有境内人民币债券存量 ...

国家外汇局最新发声。 7月22日，国新办举行新闻发布会，请国家外汇管理局副局长、新闻发言人李斌，国家外汇管理局国际收支司 司长贾宁，国家外汇管理局资本项目管理司司长肖胜介绍2025年上半年外汇收支数据情况，并答记者问。 在发布会上，证券时报记者提问：当前全球经济形势依然复杂多变，外部环境面临诸多不确定性，如何看待 下半年我国外汇市场走势？ 李斌回应称，在开放条件下，一国外汇市场会受到内外部多重因素的影响。总的来看，经济高质量发展、对 外开放稳步推进、外汇市场韧性不断增强，这三个有利因素将支持我国外汇市场继续保持平稳运行，人民币 汇率有条件在合理均衡水平上保持基本稳定。 第一，我国经济基本面稳健，外汇市场稳定运行基础坚实。今年上半年，我国国内生产总值(GDP)同比增长 5.3%，经济结构更加优化。二季度最终消费、资本形成总额等内需对国内经济增长的贡献度为77%，环比提高 17个百分点。我国把扩大内需作为长期战略，持续推动科技创新和产业创新融合发展，国内经济保持稳中向 好，将为外汇市场稳定运行提供坚实支撑。 第二，我国持续扩大高水平对外开放，国际收支自主平衡格局稳固。我国坚持维护自由贸易和多边主义，经 贸合作伙伴 ...

Core Insights - Foreign investment in domestic stocks and funds increased by a net amount of 10.1 billion USD in the first half of the year, reversing a trend of net selling over the past two years [1] - The total amount of foreign-held RMB bonds exceeded 600 billion USD, indicating a historically high level of foreign investment in this asset class [1] - The net increase in foreign investment in domestic stocks surged to 18.8 billion USD in May and June, reflecting a growing willingness among global capital to allocate to the domestic stock market [1] - Future foreign investment in RMB assets is expected to maintain stable and sustainable growth [1]