Daily FNArena News - International

In the wake of yet another bank reserve requirement hike, the question arises as to whether China will see more interest rate rises or not.

China’s CPI was up 0.1% in April to provide a 5.3% annual measure, ahead of expectations.

A desperate 50 basis point interest rate rise has hit Indian markets and growth prospects in response to March headline inflation of 9%.

Global issues have not stopped Beijing further tightening monetary policy through another bank reserve increase.

Japanese impact aside, China’s monetary policy is now focused firmly on controlling inflation. And the big culprit is oil. Is there any relief in sight?

DBS remains positive on Asian equity markets but sees potential problems ahead in the next three months. The Australian market is a proxy.

Beijing is taking further steps towards bringing its financial framework in line with IMF standards – a move that should lead to accelerated currency appreciation, CBA suggests. But also potentially faster tightening.

MineLife’s Gavin Wendt reports China is watching global turmoil closely.

ANZ compares the numbers over the last decade to show just how rapidly Australia’s trading ties with India are growing in significance.

Growth in China’s manufacturing sector eased again in January according to Beijing reflecting local rate rises while Australia’s sector remains in the doldrums.