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ForexMedium•13 February 2026•

1 min read

Chinese Yuan Faces Pressure Amid Decade-Low Bond Yields and Soft Inflation

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Chinese offshore bonds sold in Hong Kong are experiencing robust demand, driving yields to their lowest levels in over a decade. This surge in demand coincides with significant liquidity injections by the People's Bank of China (PBoC) ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. According to BNY market strategists, persistently soft inflation in China continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the CNY outlook. While strong investor interest in bonds is evident, the record-low yields typically exert downward pressure on the yuan relative to higher-yielding currencies. Market participants are closely monitoring the USD/CNY and USD/CNH pairs as the PBoC balances liquidity needs with currency stability. The current environment reflects a complex interplay between domestic monetary support and the international competitiveness of Chinese financial assets.