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PBOC Debuts Overnight Operation as China Refines Short-Term Liquidity Control

By Rebecca Hsu4 min read

Beijing, 29 June 2026 – China’s central bank has debuted its new overnight reverse repo operation, marking another step in its shift towards more precise short-term interest-rate management as investors look for clearer signals on monetary policy direction.

The People’s Bank of China introduced the new liquidity tool on Monday, aimed at better matching short-term funding needs in the banking system and improving control over money-market rates during periods of seasonal liquidity pressure.

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  • Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

    Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.