Summary: The Bank of Korea is expected to maintain its key interest rate at 2.50% due to concerns about a volatile currency and an overheated housing market. Economists predict the next rate cut will occur in early 2026, despite economic growth and inflation exceeding expectations. The U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate cuts are expected to influence the timing of the BOK’s easing cycle.

Link: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/bank-korea-hold-rates-250-november-27-cut-pushed-next-quarter-reuters-poll-5488271