Central banks in New Zealand, Thailand, and South Korea are expected to maintain interest rates, with a potential for hikes in the future. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is concerned about high inflation, while the Bank of Thailand faces lower GDP growth and inflation. The Bank of Korea anticipates a potential easing cycle, influenced by US monetary policy and global events. Directors at all 12 of the Federal Reserve's regional banks sought to maintain the discount rate, reflecting cautious future interest-rate moves.

Central Bank Rate Maintenance