Bank of Korea raises policy rate to 2.75%, first hike in more than three years
The Bank of Korea increased its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%, ending a hold period that had kept borrowing costs steady for over three years.
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The Bank of Korea increased its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%, ending a hold period that had kept borrowing costs steady for over three years.
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