China to Issue $284 Billion Bonds to Support the Economy

Key Summary:
- Bonds issuance to revive economic growth
- Plans to stimulate consumption & local government
- Reverse property downturn to increase confidence
In a bid to support its economy amid a continued deflationary environment, China plans to issue $284 billion in government bonds to kick start inflation and revive economic growth, which is now below its 5% target in 2024.
Context: Following a series of stimulus such as rate cuts and facility to prop up its stock market, China also plans to issue CNY 2 trillion (or equivalent to $284 billion) in sovereign bonds. This could be announced as soon as next week, but there is yet an official announcement.