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China Cuts Policy Loan Rate to Record Low in Fresh Stimulus Push

Beijing reduced the interest rate on one-year policy loans to banks to a record low, escalating monetary support as the economy loses momentum. The People's Bank of China's decision reflects pressure to deploy stimulus measures as growth slows. Lower borrowing costs are intended to encourage banks to extend credit to businesses and consumers, boosting overall demand. The move follows softening industrial output and consumption data. Market observers anticipate additional monetary easing could follow as Beijing seeks to stabilize growth.