Bank Negara takes a breather with the OPR


PETALING JAYA: After four consecutive rounds of rate cut this year, Bank Negara has taken a breather from further monetary easing, keeping the overnight policy rate (OPR) unchanged.

The move, which was in line with market predictions, was deemed to be “appropriate and accommodative” by the central bank, given the country’s outlook for growth and muted inflation.

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