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flag Kyrgyzstan raised its key interest rate to 12% on Feb. 24, 2026, to combat 9.6% inflation amid strong economic growth.

flag Kyrgyzstan’s central bank raised its key interest rate to 12% on February 24, 2026, citing rising inflation and strong economic growth. flag Inflation reached 9.6% annually as of February 13, with a 1.8% year-to-date increase, driven by robust demand from services, construction, rising incomes, and consumer lending. flag Real GDP grew 9% in January 2026, widening the gap between actual and potential output. flag The bank said tighter monetary policy is needed to curb inflationary pressures and ensure sustainable growth, despite the rate remaining lower than those of regional neighbors.

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