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MNI BNM Preview - July 2023: July Hold, Tightening Bias Retained

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  • The broad consensus is for Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to keep rates on hold at 3.0% at its July 6 meeting after the surprise 25bp hike in May. But BNM noted that monetary policy is “slightly accommodative” and so their tightening bias is likely to be retained.
  • With inflation continuing to ease in May and manufacturing indicators weak, rates are likely to be kept on hold in July. But core inflation is proving sticky, as in other countries, the labour market & domestic economy are robust, and the Ringgit has weakened further.
  • There could be further hikes going forward if the growth and inflation outcomes/outlook warrant it.
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