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Full coverage· Economy· Updated

Economists Predict Bank of Israel to Hold Interest Rates Steady

Economists predict the Bank of Israel will hold its interest rate at 3.25% today, pausing after three consecutive cuts. This decision follows a period of slowing inflation and strong economic recovery.

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What happened

  1. 01Bank of Israel is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.25% today.
  2. 02This follows three consecutive rate reductions implemented since November.
  3. 03Inflation in Israel was 1.6% in September, the lowest in five years.
  4. 04The Israeli economy grew by 15.4% in the second quarter.
  5. 05Political uncertainty and geopolitical risks may influence the decision.
  6. 06Economists are divided on the timing of future rate cuts.

Despite global tightening, some expect further cuts, while others, citing political uncertainty and economic stability, suggest a pause.

Translated and summarized by baba from Calcalist, the latest report. Read Calcalist’s original

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