China Leaves Lending Rates Unchanged for 12th Month
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- China kept benchmark lending rates steady in May for the 12th consecutive month, aligning with market expectations amid flush liquidity and export strength despite broader economic weakness.
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China keeping its lending rates the same means borrowing costs for businesses stay steady as expected. This avoids surprises but also skips extra support for a slowing economy.
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