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Bank of Korea keeps base rate unchanged at 2.50%, as expected

The Bank of Korea's decision to keep the base rate at 2.50% aligns with market expectations, suggesting stability in their monetary policy approach.

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Korea (Republic of) Interest Rate Decision 2.50% vs. Exp. 2.5% (Prev. 2.50%, Rev. From 2.5%)

Bank of Korea keeps base rate unchanged at 2.50%, as expected

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  • Raises 2026 GDP growth forecast to 2.0% from 1.8% sees 2027 growth at 1.8%.
  • Raises 2026 CPI forecast to 2.2% from 2.1% and sees 2027 CPI at 2%. 
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The upward revision of GDP and CPI forecasts indicates a slightly more optimistic economic outlook, which could imply a gradual shift toward tightening measures in the future, impacting investor sentiment across asset classes.

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