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Ukraine's central bank seen holding key rate at 15% into 2027 amid persistent inflation

Ukraine's central bank is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 15% until the first quarter of 2027, analysts said, as persistent inflationary pressures outweigh signs of temporary price relief and reinforce the case for a cautious monetary policy, reported Ukraine Business News. Analysts at investment group ICU said a sharper-than-expected seasonal decline in prices for some food products in June had reduced the scope for further price falls during July and August, limiting the disinflationary effect usually seen over the summer. [...]