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BoK says rate decision was unanimous and that Middle East conflict poses risks to growth

The Bank of Korea's unanimous rate decision signals a cautious approach amid rising uncertainty, particularly due to geopolitical risks in the Middle East.

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Says:

  • Growth likely to be below 2% this year
  • To thoroughly assess external and internal conditions including the Middle East situation
  • To closely monitor impact on inflation, growth and financial stability
  • Necessary to remain cautious about FX volatility
  • Inflation likely to be significantly above 2.2% this year
  • Necessary to keep monitoring house prices and household debt
  • FX market volatility and government policy measures to impact inflation path
  • Uncertainty extremely high over economic outlook
  • Trade uncertainties, Middle East conflict and chips sector momentum to impact growth ahead.
  • Raises 2026 GDP growth forecast to 2.0% from 1.8% and CPI forecast to 2.2% from 2.1%.
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With growth expected to underperform at below 2% this year and inflation surpassing 2.2%, the implications for currency stability and future policy adjustments are significant, suggesting that traders should be alert to potential volatility in the FX markets.

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