China plans real estate fund worth up to $44 billion for distressed sector, source says
China will launch a real estate fund to help property developers resolve a crippling debt crisis, aiming for a warchest of up to 300 billion yuan ($44 billion) in a bid to restore confidence in the industry, according to a state bank official with direct knowledge of the matter.
Shimao bonds jump on report the Chinese developer plans to repay debts
Bonds sold by subsidiaries of Shimao Group Holdings (0813.HK) rose broadly in Shanghai on Friday after a report the Chinese developer plans to repay publicly issued debts due this month, even as ratings agency Moody’s downgraded the company.
