Inflation and strong AI-chip demand are key factors after the central bank increased rates in July.
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- 1Bank of Korea
- 2July hike
- 3Inflation
- 4AI chips
26 August 2026World Economy
Bank of Korea policy watched after July rate increase
Markets are watching South Korea’s next monetary-policy signal.
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Inflation and strong AI-chip demand are key factors after the central bank increased rates in July.
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