Once upon a time in the financial kingdom of China, a curious and unexpected turn of events took place. The government, in a bold move, has reportedly instructed the local government financing vehicles (LGFVs) to refrain from issuing 364-day bonds in offshore markets, according to some well-placed sources.
In this intriguing twist, it seems that China is determined to bring order to its bustling financial realm. LGFVs, those clever financing vehicles used primarily by local governments to fund infrastructure projects, have long been seen as an integral part of the Chinese financial landscape. However, it appears that their adventures in offshore bond markets may be taking an unexpected detour.