China’s yuan hits 19-month low after central bank guides currency weaker

China's yuan hits 19-month low after central bank guides currency weaker China's yuan hits 19-month low after central bank guides currency weaker

SHANGHAI — China’s currency fell to its lowest level against the U.S. dollar in 19 months on Tuesday after the central bank set its reference rate weaker amid a rapidly escalating trade war.

The onshore yuan hit 7.34 per dollar, its lowest since September 2023.