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Bank of Korea hikes rates again as core inflation stays elevated
Thursday, August 27, 2026
The Bank of Korea raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to 3.00 percent. The rate is the highest level since January 2025. The increase matched economist forecasts.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/27/korea-bok-rate-hike-inflation.html