Guangdong issues special bonds to recapitalise small banks, paves way for Chinese local govts

The Guangdong provincial government sold Rmb10bn ($1.5bn) of special purpose bonds this week, creating a new form of support for small and medium-sized banks. The proceeds will provide a crucial source of funding for the country’s many capital-starved regional lenders, but there are questions about how effective the scheme will be. Addison Gong reports.