PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1223.
This rate is lower than the market estimate of 7.1229.
USD/CNY (onshore yuan) is allowed to trade within ±2% of the reference rate.
A rate significantly stronger or weaker than expected can indicate PBOC's monetary policy intentions.
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