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Deutsche Bank’s yuan mandate boosts Chinese currency’s global reach

·South China Morning Post·Impact 3/5 · Notable

Deutsche Bank has been authorized by the People's Bank of China to serve as a clearing bank for the Chinese currency, the yuan, in Frankfurt. This move marks a significant step in the global expansion of the yuan, allowing it to be used more widely in international transactions. The implications of this decision are far-reaching, as it signals China's growing influence in global finance and its efforts to increase the yuan's use as a reserve currency.

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Why it matters

The PBOC's decision to authorise Deutsche Bank as a renminbi clearing bank in Frankfurt increases the yuan's global presence. This could lead to increased use of the yuan in international transactions, boosting China's economic influence.

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Positive / risk-on
Category
Monetary policy
Model confidence
60%

Markets & countries in focus

ChinaEurozoneGermany

Transmission channels

Renminbi clearing bank establishedIncreased yuan usageGlobal economic influence growsChinese banks benefitDollar weakened

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Chinese banks
  • EM currencies

Under pressure

  • US dollar

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