2026: Hang Seng Bank Offers 4% on One-Month USD Deposit; State Banks at 2.8%
Competition for US dollar deposits among Chinese banks is intensifying. Hang Seng Bank (China) is offering a limited-time promotion in July 2026, with new customers earning up to 4% annualized on one-month deposits. East Asia Bank offers rates of 3.4% for three months and 3.55% for six months on deposits of US$50,000 or more. Nanjing Bank offers 3.42% on one-year deposits of US$200,000. Large state-owned banks offer around 2.8% for one-year deposits. The yuan has appreciated over 3% this year and over 5% in the past year.
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- Intensity
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- Confidence
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