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China Perspectives

Fitch Ratings
China
Asset Management Companies
United States
Rare Earths
Renewable Energy
LGFE
Meituan
Alibaba
China-Latin America Trade
Myanmar
European Union
Debt Substitution
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Instant Commerce
Jd.com
Special Purpose Bond
Banks
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China Perspectives series is a monthly discussion on the latest credit market and economic developments from China with experts from both within and outside of Fitch Ratings.

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Sabrin Chowdhury from BMI speaks on China’s dominance in global rare earths and implications on geopolitics and prices.

• (00:00) - Introduction of Sabrin and her rare earths coverage

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This episode explores China’s economic linkages with Latin America (LatAm), with Fitch Ratings’ Todd Martinez and Janice Chong, and the implications of the resurgence of the US “Monroe Doctrine” on these economic ties and for Chinese corporates.

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A fireside chat on Fitch’s 2026 credit outlook for China’s sovereign, corporate, local government and banking sectors with Jeremy Zook, Ying Wang, Samuel Kwok and Grace Wu.

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• (06:05) - Deteriorating China property outlook

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Davis Sun, Senior Director at Fitch Ratings, provides a progress report on China’s debt substitution plan and its impact on local government vehicles (LGFVs) and finances, as well as an outlook for 2026 and beyond.

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Recent Guests

Sabrin Chowdhury
From BMI, a Fitch Solutions company
BMI (Fitch Solutions)
Episode: China’s Dominance in Global Rare Earths
Todd Martinez
Fitch's co-head of the America Sovereign Ratings team
Fitch Ratings
Episode: China-US Strategic Competition in Latin America
Janice Chong
Group credit officer at Fitch, focused on Asia Pacific corporates
Fitch Ratings
Episode: China-US Strategic Competition in Latin America
Grace Wu
Head of the Greater China Banks team
Fitch Ratings
Episode: China 2026 Credit Outlook
Sam Kwok
Head of APAC International Public Finance
Fitch Ratings
Episode: China 2026 Credit Outlook
Davis Sun
Senior director in Fitch's International Public Finance Team based in Shanghai
Fitch Ratings
Episode: An Update on China’s LGFV Debt Substitution Programme
Cathy Chow
Senior Director and Head of the Greater China Consumer Team
Fitch Ratings
Episode: Price Wars in China’s Food Delivery and Instant Retail
Kelvin Ho
Director and Senior China TMT Sector Analyst
Fitch Ratings
Episode: Price Wars in China’s Food Delivery and Instant Retail
Chris Clague
Associate Fellow in the Geoeconomic and Strategy Program at the International Institute for Strategic Studies; independent advisor on trade, supply chains and geopolitics
International Institute for Strategic Studies
Episode: China-ASEAN Trade Flows Amid Global Trade Policy Uncertainty

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Ying Wang
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Jeremy Zuck
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An Update on China’s LGFV Debt Substitution Programme
Q: What are the broader implications for local government finances and the sector's risk outlook going forward?
The substitution reduces on-balance LGFE debt and can improve stand-alone credit profiles, but it does not reduce overall public sector debt in Fitch's framework. It also lowers interest costs due to cheaper special purpose bonds, while leaving a substantial funding gap if real operating cash flow remains weak. The policy mix—fiscal, monetary, and administrative controls—will continue to shape LGFE debt dynamics and ratings in the medium term.
An Update on China’s LGFV Debt Substitution Programme
Q: How has the program progressed so far, and which provinces are benefiting the most from the quota allocations?
Progress to date shows the program peaking in 2025 at about 2.8 trillion per year. Quotas are unevenly distributed, skewing toward smaller, less developed provinces that hold a higher relative share of LGFE debt, while larger provinces get smaller shares relative to their debt load. This aims to contain spillover risks by reinforcing fiscal capacity in weaker regions.
An Update on China’s LGFV Debt Substitution Programme
Q: And what conditions necessitated the recognition of these somewhat high levels of hidden debt from LGFEs?
Historically, the hidden debt was largely in a gray area and not fully disclosed. The MOF formally recognized 14.3 trillion yuan of hidden debt as of end-2023, while Fitch believes the true number could be higher. The need for recognition stems from the risk of sudden repricing and spillovers, which necessitated formal accounting and a centralized plan to manage and reduce the stock of hidden debt.
An Update on China’s LGFV Debt Substitution Programme
Q: Maybe we can start, Davis. For our listeners who may not be as familiar with some of the recent policy developments around LGFEs, could you start with an overview of the debt substitution program as it was laid out by the government in November 2024?
The program builds on a long history of LGFE debt substitutions, using local governments' special purpose bonds to repay LGFE obligations. It aims to migrate off-balance-sheet hidden debt onto government balance sheets, while not changing total debt levels. The plan runs from 2024 to 2028 with a staged quota and focuses more resources on less developed provinces to mitigate spillover risks, supported by a combination of fiscal policy and tightened debt issuance rules.
Regulatory Reforms of China AMCs
Q: What drove the upgrade of China Great Wall's rating to BBB flat with a stable outlook, and what does it imply for future actions in the AMC space?
The upgrade reflects an improved standalone credit profile and enhanced policy execution capability following a major capital injection, signaling that similar policy instruments and governance changes could support other AMCs and potentially stabilize the sector.

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This program features data-driven discussions on credit markets, macro trends, and geopolitical factors shaping China's economy. Episodes frequently center on the domestic property cycle, local government finances, state policy, and cross-border dynamics with the US, ASEAN, and other regions. Notable strengths include a rigorous, analyst-led approach with practical implications for investors and policymakers, plus a clear focus on credit outcomes, reform timelines, and the evolving role of China's financial institutions. The format tends to pair Fitch Ratings analysts with external geopolitical and policy experts, delivering forward-looking scenarios, risk assessments, and actionable takeaways for financial professionals and corporate strat... more

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7. Cathy Chow
8. Kelvin Ho

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