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The renminbi (RMB, also known as Chinese yuan; ISO code: CNY) is the official currency of the People's Republic of China. [1] Although it is not a freely convertible currency, and has an official exchange rate, the CNY plays an important role in the world economy and international trade.
The renminbi now floats within a small margin compared to a basket of currencies selected by the Chinese government. [8] This is seen as a move to a more fully free-market floating of the Renminbi. The Renminbi has appreciated 22 percent since the mechanism reform in 2005 of the Yuan exchange rate. [9]
Meanwhile, the Chinese yuan — which many think is the biggest threat to the dollar — accounted for just 2.37% of reserves in the same period, with a high proportion of that being held by ...
With Chinese companies unable to hold US dollars and foreign companies unable to hold Chinese yuan, all transactions would go through the People's Bank of China. Once the sum was paid by the foreign party in dollars, the central bank would pass the settlement in renminbi to the Chinese company at the state-controlled exchange rate.
China's top brass are considering letting the yuan currency weaken in 2025 to act as a shock absorber to the higher tariffs that a second Trump presidency could bring.
'American yuan') in Chinese, and the euro is called Ouyuan (simplified Chinese: 欧元; traditional Chinese: 歐元; pinyin: Ōuyuán; lit. 'European yuan'). When used in English in the context of the modern foreign exchange market, the Chinese yuan (CNY) refers to the renminbi (RMB), which is the official currency used in mainland China.
From 2001 to 2006, China's foreign exchange reserves nearly quadrupled. [14]: 12 In 2006, China became the world's largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. [14]: 31 This rate convinced Chinese leadership that its foreign exchange reserves would continue to grow and help deter capital flight.
Reserves are essential for managing the yuan's exchange rate and maintaining its stability. A robust level of reserves bolsters confidence among international investors and trading partners. The Chinese government uses its reserves to invest globally, generating returns that can be reinvested in the domestic economy.