🇨🇳 China Boosts Bond Market
🔹 Finance Ministry Move: Starting Aug 8, 2025, new government, local gov & financial bonds will no longer be tax-exempt.
🔹 Revenue Impact: Expected to raise ¥32B in 2025, growing to ¥99B by 2027.
🔹 Old Bonds Safe: Bonds issued before Aug 8 keep their tax-free status until maturity.
🔹 Foreign Investors: Still enjoy tax exemptions on bond interest until end-2025.
🔹 Market Outlook: Analysts see limited yield impact thanks to central bank’s monetary easing.