China

PBOC rate fix: Why 6.7913 matters today

The PBOC sets the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7913, using the 2% trading band to signal its stance on capital flows and financial stability.

Jul 14, 2026 Sofia Mendes 14 min read

Reference Rate Mechanics: Why 6.7795 Matters Now

The People's Bank of China sets the daily USD/CNY reference rate near 6.7795. This precise figure dictates market boundaries.

Jul 13, 2026 Sofia Mendes 14 min read

China Manufacturing PMI: Why 50.3 Missed on AUD

China's June PMI hit 50.3, yet AUD/USD dipped 0.07%. Marcus Halloran explains why technical resistance below the 100-day SMA overrode the upbeat data.

Jul 2, 2026 Marcus Halloran 12 min read

PBOC reference rate: Why 6.8045 sets the tone

The PBOC sets the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8045. I analyze how this specific fix guides the 2% trading band and signals policy intent.

Jun 29, 2026 Marcus Halloran 15 min read

Verbal intervention fails as USD/JPY hits 161.9

USD/JPY slid to 161.9 proving talk fails. Flash PMI hit 52.5, yet input costs surge. Vikram analyzes why markets ignore rhetoric.

Jun 23, 2026 Vikram Nair 12 min read

USD CNY Rate: How the 0115 GMT Fix Moves Markets

At 0115 GMT, the PBOC sets a key rate for a $9.6 trillion market. I break down what this daily signal means for your trades.

Jun 23, 2026 Aisha Rahman 12 min read

Rate signals: Decoding Beijing's 2% trading band

I analyze how the 6.7659 fix anchors China's $3.342T reserves. Learn why this daily rate overrides pure market supply and demand today.

Jun 20, 2026 Sofia Mendes 12 min read