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Why China Devalued the Yuan

From weak exports to falling reserves, there are many reasons, but a weaker currency won't solve everything

What's the End Game for China?

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To some, it's the renminbi or People's Currency. To others, it's the yuan, the kuai or the redback.

Whatever you choose to call it, China's currency this week roiled global markets after the central bank's sudden move to devalue it. The decision sparked fears of a new currency war and even drew the ire of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.