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NBU Raises Key Rate to 16% as War-Driven Inflation Tops Forecast

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NBU raised its key policy rate by 0.5 percentage points on Thursday, citing persistent inflation and mounting medium-term price risks tied to the war. August inflation accelerated to 8.1%, driven largely by fuel and tariff costs. However, policymakers said they are ready to ease, but only if the security situation cools demand.

First report: Most surveyed bankers expect NBU to raise key rate to 16% — en.interfax.com.ua, 1d