Bank of Korea Holds Rates and Signals Hikes
The Bank of Korea kept its benchmark rate at 3 percent while signaling potential future increases. Officials upgraded growth forecasts amid strong export momentum.
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South Korea's central bank kept its benchmark rate at 3.00% on Thursday while signaling future hikes through upgraded growth forecasts. The unanimous decision matched expectations across 34 surveyed economists. Further tightening remains likely as policymakers assess ongoing inflation and export momentum.
