Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve has restarted interest rate cuts after nine months, prompting a reevaluation of dollar deposit rates across various banks, with foreign banks adjusting their rates more frequently than domestic banks [1][12]. Group 1: Foreign Bank Adjustments - Several foreign banks have lowered their dollar deposit rates, with HSBC adjusting rates on September 22, 2023, for new funds, with 1-month and 6-month rates down by 10 and 20 basis points respectively [2][3]. - HSBC's new rates for new funds starting from $20,000 are 1-month at 3.5%, 3-month at 3.5%, 6-month at 3.5%, and 12-month at 3.05% [2][3]. - DBS Bank has also reduced its dollar deposit rates twice in September, with current rates for 1-month at 3.1% and 1-year at 2.9% [4][6]. Group 2: Domestic Bank Stability - Most domestic banks have not adjusted their dollar deposit rates, with major state-owned banks offering a maximum rate of 2.8% for 1-year deposits [8][10]. - The rates for major domestic banks like Bank of Communications and China Construction Bank are consistent, with 1-month at 2.2% and 3-month at 2.3% [10][11]. - Some smaller banks, such as Beijing Bank and Blue Ocean Bank, offer more attractive rates, with Blue Ocean Bank providing 3-month rates at 3.8% [11]. Group 3: Market Dynamics and Future Expectations - The adjustments in deposit rates are influenced by various factors including the Federal Reserve's policies, market liquidity, and competitive positioning among banks [12]. - Analysts expect further rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, which may lead to additional adjustments in bank deposit rates [12][13]. - The current dollar deposit rates remain higher than corresponding RMB deposit rates, attracting more savers to dollar deposits [13].

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve has restarted interest rate cuts after nine months, prompting a renewed focus on various dollar-denominated assets, particularly dollar deposits at banks [1]. Group 1: Interest Rate Adjustments - Several foreign banks have adjusted their dollar deposit rates following the Fed's rate cut, with HSBC lowering rates by 10 to 20 basis points on September 22 [2][3]. - HSBC's new rates for new funds starting from $20,000 are 3.5% for 1-month, 3-month, and 6-month deposits, and 3.05% for 12-month deposits, reflecting a decrease from previous rates [2][3]. - DBS Bank has also reduced its dollar deposit rates twice in September, with current rates for general accounts at 3.1% for 1-month and 2.9% for 1-year deposits [4][5]. Group 2: Comparison of Rates - Foreign banks generally offer higher dollar deposit rates compared to major domestic banks, which have not yet adjusted their rates significantly [1][9]. - Major state-owned banks have a maximum rate of 2.8% for 1-year dollar deposits, while some city commercial banks and private banks offer more attractive rates, such as 3.8% for 3-month deposits at Blue Ocean Bank [9][12]. Group 3: Market Reactions and Future Expectations - The adjustments in dollar deposit rates are influenced by the Fed's monetary policy, with expectations of further rate cuts in the near future [13]. - Banks are expected to continue monitoring market conditions and may adjust rates accordingly, with some banks indicating potential further reductions in October [8][9].