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AI-generatedThe renminbi is gaining traction in commodity trade, particularly oil and iron ore, as an alternative to the US dollar. This shift affects pricing and settlement mechanisms, with potential implications for currency exposure and transaction costs for commodity buyers and sellers. The impact is global but most directly affects commodity markets where China is a major consumer (oil, iron ore).
Signals our AI researcher identified
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- RMB accounted for 3.1% of global payments in March, moving to fifth place.
- Cross-Border Interbank Payment System recorded peak transaction volume of 1.22 trillion yuan ($179 billion).
- Indian refiners using yuan for oil purchases under US sanctions waiver.
- BHP Group adopting RMB pricing for iron ore trade.
RMB's role in commodity pricing may reduce EM currency volatility and support appreciation.
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