Chinese banks embrace cheaper short-term loan rates despite margin risks
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Source: South China Morning Post
Published: 2026-08-20 18:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 92
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, China, Tax & Budget, Business & Economy
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As some major lenders begin pricing corporate debt against flexible short-term markets, analysts warn the shift could squeeze net interest margins even further
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