CHINA’S CENTRAL BANK INJECTS 181 BILLION YUAN VIA 7-DAY REVERSE REPO AT 1.40%
Beijing, September 21, 2025 — The People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has carried out a 7-day reverse repurchase (repo) operation, injecting 181 billion yuan ($25.3 billion) into the financial system at an interest rate of 1.40%.
The move is aimed at maintaining liquidity stability in the banking sector and ensuring adequate short-term funding amid ongoing economic pressures. Market participants say the injection reflects the central bank’s efforts to balance growth support with financial risk management.
The operation comes as China faces challenges from a slowing property sector, weak consumer demand, and external uncertainties. Analysts suggest the PBoC may continue to use targeted liquidity tools rather than broad rate cuts in order to stabilize markets while avoiding excessive financial risks.
Traders noted that today’s action helped ease money market rates, signaling the central bank’s intention to keep funding costs anchored ahead of key economic data releases.