May 29, 2024 05:51 GMT
Dealing Mixed, IMF Upgrades China’s Economic Growth Target
ASIA RATES
Asian government bonds are trading mixed, with Chinese bonds slightly richer but South Korean bonds heavy.
- China's government bond yields remain anchored close to recent lows, dealing flat to 1bp richer, despite the IMF upgrading China’s economic growth target to 5% from 4.6% after a strong Q1.
- IMF Deputy Managing Director: There is scope for a more comprehensive policy package to address issues in the property sector. Macroeconomic policies should support domestic demand and mitigate external risks. Priority should be given to providing central government support to the real estate sector.
- China’s MoF also announced that it plans to issue a total of 11bn Yuan of bonds in Hong Kong on June 5.
- South Korean sovereign bonds are flat to 5bps cheaper across benchmarks. With the local calendar empty, today’s move appears tied to global bond developments.
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