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Thailand's central bank held rates at 1.50% on Oct. 8, 2025, despite weak growth and deflation, citing limited room for further cuts.
Thailand’s central bank held its key interest rate at 1.50% on October 8, 2025, defying expectations of a cut amid weak growth, persistent deflation, and a strong baht.
The 5-2 vote marked a pause after three rate reductions this year, with officials citing limited policy space and ongoing effects of prior cuts.
Inflation is forecast near zero in 2025 and 0.5% in 2026, with a return to the 1%-3% target expected by early 2027.
Growth projections were trimmed to 2.2% for 2025 and 1.6% for 2026, pressured by U.S. tariffs, weak tourism, and political transition following Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s appointment.
Despite the hold, economists expect two more rate cuts by end-2026.
El banco central de Tailandia mantuvo las tasas en 1.50% el 8 de octubre de 2025, a pesar del débil crecimiento y la deflación, citando un espacio limitado para nuevos recortes.