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Economy 2 years ago
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BI keeps rate unchanged, sees cut only in Q4 despite strengthening rupiah
Bank Indonesia’s benchmark rate remains at 6.25 percent for now, and the central bank expects room for a reduction to open up only in the fourth quarter, despite recent signals pointing to sooner interest rate cuts by the United States Federal Reserve.
Economy 2 years ago
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Inflation eases but rate cut deemed unlikely for now
Indonesia’s consumer price index (CPI) growth has been steadily within acceptable boundaries for almost a year, yet Bank Indonesia (BI) hiked its key interest rate twice during that time, and analysts believe the central bank will remain cautious despite inflation being under control.
Economy 2 years ago
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BI hikes interest rates to mitigate external risks
Bank Indonesia (BI) has raised its key interest rates in what it calls a “preemptive measure” in light of global risks caused by the uncertain outlook of monetary policy in the United States and geopolitical tension in the Middle East.
Regulations 2 years ago
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BI keeps interest rate, Fed projection unchanged
In a widely expected decision, Bank Indonesia has held its benchmark interest rate at 6 percent after weighing macroeconomic conditions and prospects, including its projection of monetary policy by the United States Federal Reserve.
Regulations 2 years ago
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BI expects just 75 basis points of Fed rate cuts this year, all in H2
According to Bank Indonesia (BI) projections, the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut its benchmark interest rate by less than one percentage point this year. Nevertheless, the central bank expects the rupiah to strengthen versus the dollar.
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