China Emerges as Debt-Funding Hub for Foreigners During Iran War

Yuan bond issuance by foreign borrowers surged in mainland China this month, outpacing offshore yuan fundraising and signaling stronger onshore demand. The shift underscores the appeal of China's large local bond market, which appears less affected by the Iran war and could accelerate foreign capital flows into onshore yuan debt.

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Yuan bond issuance by foreign borrowers surged in mainland China this month, outpacing offshore yuan fundraising and signaling stronger onshore demand. The shift underscores the appeal of China's large local bond market, which appears less affected by the Iran war and could accelerate foreign capital flows into onshore yuan debt.