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Shenzhen Longsys Electronics flat in Hong Kong debut after $903 million IPO

Shenzhen Longsys Electronics flat in Hong Kong debut after $903 million IPO

Hong Kong's offshore CNY and cross-border financial center status is set to expand under the city's first-ever five-year plan, according to Commerzbank's Charlie Lay. The government aims to bolster offshore CNY investment and risk-management products, while also widening market access through Stock Connect, Bond Connect and Wealth Management Connect.

These measures will deepen two-way capital flows and make it easier for international investors to hold and manage CNY exposure. Although the immediate impact on USD/CNY is expected to be minimal, the long-term implications could be modestly positive for the Chinese currency, as deeper offshore liquidity and greater cross-border market access gradually increase international usage.

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