The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has cut its yuan guidance for the sixth consecutive trading session, signaling acceleration of the currency's decline.
A weaker yuan can help alleviate the impact of tariffs on China's exports, but there is a risk of destabilizing China's financial system due to potential capital outflows.
The PBOC has instructed state-owned banks to reduce their U.S. dollar purchases to stabilize the yuan's value.
Despite the declining value of the yuan, the PBOC is setting its midpoint at a stronger level, attempting to maintain stability amidst the trade war.