April 10, 2024 17:17 GMT
MNI Peru Central Bank Preview – April 2024: Pause May Be Extended
Most analysts expect the BCRP to extend the pause in its easing cycle, keeping the policy rate at 6.25%.
Executive Summary
- Most analysts expect the BCRP to extend the pause in its easing cycle, keeping the policy rate at 6.25% for a second successive meeting after the unexpected hold in March.
- However, the decision is expected to be a close call and a minority of analysts still look for a 25bp cut.
- Higher-than-expected March inflation, coupled with concern over declining interest rate differentials, given the shift in the Fed outlook are the main reasons for the BCRP to stand pat.
- Nonetheless, most analysts expect the BCRP to resume easing soon, even if it does hold this month, especially once the Fed starts to cut.
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