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South Korea's Central Bank Announces 25 Basis Point Rate Hike

On August 27, South Korea's central bank announced a 25 basis point increase in its benchmark interest rate, raising it from 2.75% to 3.0%. This marks the second consecutive meeting where a rate hike has occurred, aligning with market expectations. (Jin Shi)

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