China cenbank says to guide credit, social financing growth as economic challenges rise

BEIJING, Dec 17 (Reuters) - China central bank said on Monday it will guide reasonable growth of credit and social financing and further improve the monetary policy transmission channel.

The People's Bank of China said in a statement that anti-globalization and trade protectionism are rising, stoking uncertainties and creating challenges for China's economy.

The central bank reiterated that it will step up support for private and smaller companies, making it easier for these firms to access bank loans. (Reporting by Meng Meng and Beijing Monitoring Desk Editing by Shri Navaratnam)