China weighs easing bank ownership limits to strengthen capital as economic pressures mount

China is considering loosening long standing restrictions on bank shareholding as authorities look for new ways to strengthen the financial system amid economic headwinds. Regulators are exploring changes that would allow major investors to increase their stakes across multiple commercial banks, signaling a

China Prepares to Pay Interest on Digital Yuan Holdings

China is preparing to take a significant step in the evolution of its central bank digital currency by introducing interest payments on digital yuan balances starting January 1, 2026. The move signals a shift in how the digital yuan is positioned within the