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Bloomberg: China 'Offloading' US Treasury Bonds

Published February 9, 2026, 17:28
Bloomberg: China 'Offloading' US Treasury Bonds

Chinese regulators have reportedly issued informal instructions to financial institutions in the country to reduce their holdings of US Treasury bonds, citing concerns about the concentration of risks and increased market volatility. The directive was conveyed verbally to major banks and applies to commercial positions, not state reserves. The goal is to diversify risk and reduce banks' sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations. The move is not considered geopolitical but a technical risk management measure. The market reacted with a slight decline in US Treasury prices and a mild weakening of the dollar. China has been gradually reducing its exposure to US Treasury bonds in recent years.