The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced it will keep the policy rate steady at 12%.
The press release following the latest MPC meeting states, “At its meeting today, the committee decided to maintain the policy rate unchanged at 12 percent,” the MPC stated. This decision follows a 100-basis-point cut on January 27, which had lowered the rate from 13% to 12%.
Given the declining inflation rate, market experts had predicted the SBP might extend its monetary easing trend. Many expected a seventh consecutive rate cut to stimulate growth. However, the MPC’s choice to hold steady suggests a cautious approach, balancing economic stability with inflation concerns. The central bank’s next steps remain closely watched as analysts assess its strategy.
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With inflation easing, the unchanged rate signals a pause in aggressive cuts. The January reduction had sparked hopes for further relief, but the MPC’s latest move tempers those expectations. As Pakistan navigates economic challenges, this decision could shape market confidence and future policy directions. Updates will follow as more insights emerge.
