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The Czech National Bank (CNB) has decided to maintain stable interest rates at 3.75%, marking the second break in its softening cycle in the last three months. This cautious decision occurs while the risks of inflation remain high and global economic uncertainty continues to grow.
CNB slows down the rate reductions in the risk of risks
After having reduced rates aggressively last year, the CNB is now more prudent, balancing growth and inflation. Although inflation has slowed down, it remains upwards the bank’s objective, the increase in service costs and the high growth in wages, now pressure on prices.
At the same time, food prices remain a major concern. After having faced a two -digit inflation period, Czech consumers are always very sensitive to the increase in costs, which could influence the overall expectations of inflation.
Beyond national concerns, the CNB also has an eye on global risks. New American prices could trigger trade wars, affecting exports and slowing economic growth.
Meanwhile, an increase in defense spending across Europe, led by Germany’s decision to extend government loans, could introduce additional inflationist risks. These external factors make it difficult for the CNB to proceed with other drops in rate without meticulous evaluation.
Analysts predict a possible cup in May
Market expectations suggest that, although the CNB is conservation rates for the moment, another rate reduction could be on the table as early as May. Analysts believe that at that time, the new economic forecasts will provide a clearer overview of the trends in global inflation and economic stability.
Some experts estimate that rates can possibly pay between 3.00% and 3.50%, aligning with the so -called “neutral” level that political decision -makers have previously indicated.
Impact on the cryptography market
The CNB decision to take a break for rate drops could have ripples on cryptographic markets. The risks of still high inflation and global growth in uncertainty, investors can turn to Bitcoin and other digital assets such as coverage.
Meanwhile, a delayed rate drop could also slow down the liquidity flow in risk assets, which has an impact on short -term cryptographic price movements.
