China Bolsters Market Stability with Expanded State-Led Equity Purchases
Central Huijin and other key institutions ramp up ETF holdings and regulatory support in response to trade tensions and market volatility.
- Central Huijin Investment increased its holdings of Chinese ETFs and pledged continued action to stabilize capital markets.
- China Chengtong Holdings Group and China Reform Holdings Corporation expanded their investments in ETFs and state-owned enterprise shares.
- The People’s Bank of China announced increased purchases of stock-market index funds and pledged relending support to ensure market liquidity.
- The National Financial Regulatory Administration approved greater insurance fund investments in the stock market to strengthen market resilience.
- These measures come as Beijing responds to heightened trade tensions, including new tariff threats from the US, which have intensified market pressures.