The announcement by a central bank regarding the short-term interest rate at which it lends to commercial banks. This is the primary tool of monetary policy used to control inflation and stabilize the national economy. Changes in interest rates influence borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, affecting overall spending and investment levels.
Determined by the central bank's governing board after reviewing comprehensive economic data, including inflation trends, GDP growth, and employment figures. The decision is based on the bank's mandate to maintain price stability and support economic growth.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2026 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.00 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.00 |
| Apr 29, 2026 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.00 |
| Feb 25, 2026 | 1.00 | 1.25 | -0.25 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | 1.25 | 1.25 | 0.00 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | 1.50 | 1.25 | +0.25 |
| Aug 13, 2025 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 0.00 |
| Jun 25, 2025 | 1.75 | 1.75 | 0.00 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | 1.75 | 1.75 | 0.00 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | 2.00 | 2.25 | -0.25 |
| Dec 18, 2024 | 2.25 | 2.25 | 0.00 |
| Oct 16, 2024 | 2.25 | 2.50 | -0.25 |
| Aug 21, 2024 | 2.50 | 2.50 | 0.00 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | 2.50 | 2.50 | 0.00 |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 2.50 | 2.50 | 0.00 |
| Feb 7, 2024 | 2.50 | 2.50 | 0.00 |
| Nov 29, 2023 | 2.50 | 2.50 | 0.00 |
| Sep 27, 2023 | 2.50 | 2.25 | +0.25 |
| Aug 2, 2023 | 2.25 | 2.25 | 0.00 |
| May 31, 2023 | 2.00 | 2.00 | 0.00 |
| Mar 29, 2023 | 1.75 | 1.75 | 0.00 |
| Jan 25, 2023 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 0.00 |
| Nov 30, 2022 | 1.25 | 1.25 | 0.00 |
| Sep 28, 2022 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.00 |
| Aug 10, 2022 | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.00 |
| Jun 8, 2022 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
| Feb 9, 2022 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
| Dec 22, 2021 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
| Nov 10, 2021 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
| Sep 29, 2021 | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.00 |
