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Central Bank of Russia cuts key rate to 14% while revising inflation and growth outlooks

The Central Bank of Russia unexpectedly lowered its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 14%, diverging from market expectations of a hold. Simultaneously, the bank signaled a more challenging economic environment by raising its 2026 inflation forecast to 6%-7% and lowering its GDP growth projection to 0%-1%.

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Score Breakdown

Mosaic Score10.0

Confidence0.9

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.6

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#monetary policy #cbr #inflation #gdp #russia

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Bank of Russia Cuts Rate Amid Revised Economic Outlook and Gold Liquidation

The Bank of Russia unexpectedly reduced its key interest rate to 14.0% by 25 basis points, signaling a shift in monetary policy despite simultaneously raising its 2026 inflation forecast to 6%-7% and lowering its GDP growth projection to 0%-1%. This move, coupled with a record 44-tonne gold liquidation in 1H26, suggests a complex economic environment where the central bank is balancing liquidity needs with inflation concerns and revised growth expectations. Confidence in this assessment is high.

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