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Key policy rate kept unchanged
2026-04-09
The National Bank of Serbia has decided to maintain the key policy rate at 5.75% in response to current and expected inflation trends, as well as external risks impacting inflation. The decision reflects ongoing efforts to preserve price stability amid rising global oil prices and geopolitical tensions.
- Year-on-year inflation in Serbia was recorded at 2.5% in February, remaining below the target midpoint.
- The government has implemented measures to control domestic petroleum product prices, including banning exports and reducing excise duties.
- The NBS is committed to a cautious monetary policy while ensuring exchange rate stability amid external economic pressures.
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⚡ Rate Holdmp_interest_rate
"The NBS Executive Board decided in today's meeting to keep the key policy rate unchanged at 5.75%, including the deposit and lending facility rates (4.5% and 7.0%, respectively)."