US EditionIndonesia Central Bank Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points, as Expected
- On May 21, Bank Indonesia reduced its key policy rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 5.5 percent, marking the second time it has eased monetary policy this year.
- The rate cut follows expectations tied to easing US-China trade tensions and aims to support a stable rupiah and domestic economic growth.
- Indonesia's economy grew 4.87 percent in the first quarter, slightly down from 5.02 percent, while inflation remains mild and within the target range of 1.5 to 3.5 percent.
- According to Governor Perry Warjiyo, the decision aligns with projections of controlled inflation to support rupiah stability and foster economic growth despite ongoing global uncertainties.
- The cut signals cautious optimism but acknowledges ongoing trade policy risks, with further gradual easing expected to support loan expansion and economic momentum.
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