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China cuts interest rate for policy banks to support economy

Original: Breaking | China cuts interest rate for policy banks to boost real economy

China has cut the interest rate it charges policy banks, moving to channel cheaper funding into the real economy. The central bank's move is aimed at encouraging lending to infrastructure, manufacturing and other productive sectors amid persistent pressure on growth. The rate cut signals continued easing by Beijing as authorities try to shore up credit demand and support the sluggish economy.

Why now: Beijing's latest easing step points to fresh concern about China's slowing growth and weak credit demand.

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