Monetary policy: SBP hikes interest rate to 16% to curtail inflation

the State Bank of Pakistan
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) jacked up the key policy rate by 100 basis points to 16%, it was announced on Friday.

The central bank, in a statement, issued after the meeting said that this decision reflects the MPC’s view that inflationary pressures have proven to be stronger and more persistent than expected.

"This decision is aimed at ensuring that elevated inflation does not become entrenched and that risks to financial stability are contained, thus paving the way for higher growth on a more sustainable basis," the MPC said.


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