Turkish central bank hikes key policy rate to 50% in surprise move.

Turkish central bank unexpectedly raises key policy rate by 500 bps to 50%, surprising markets. The decision comes ahead of local ballots later this month as inflation continues to surge. The bank adjusted the monetary policy operational framework by setting Central Bank overnight borrowing and lending rates 300 bps below and above the one-week repo auction rate, respectively.

March 21, 2024
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