Group 1 - The Norwegian central bank has decided to lower the policy interest rate from 4.5% to 4.25%, marking the first rate cut since the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating increased confidence in the decline of inflation [1] - The central bank anticipates further rate cuts in 2025, with projections suggesting the policy rate could drop to just below 4% by the end of 2025 and around 3% by the end of 2028 [1] - Average mortgage rates are expected to decrease from the current 5.6% to 4.6% by 2028 [1] Group 2 - Although the central bank believes a restrictive policy is still necessary, it is now in a position to cautiously normalize interest rates while ensuring inflation returns to target levels without overly restricting the economy [2] - The central bank's governor emphasized the commitment to achieving the inflation target of 2%, with policy adjustments to be made based on economic performance [2] - Geopolitical conflicts and changes in trade policies may lead to financial market volatility, impacting both the global and Norwegian economic outlook [2]
通胀降温太快 挪威央行突然降息 克朗应声下跌
Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-06-19 11:56