# The Bank of Thailand keeps its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.25%

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/banking/181656-the-bank-of-thailand-keeps-its-benchmark-interest-rate-steady-at-2-25
- Published: 2024-12-18T17:47:49+07:00
- Author: Olivier Languepin

**The Bank of Thailand** Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to maintain
the one-day rate at 2.25% during its recent meeting, despite government appeals 
for additional policy easing.

The decision reflects the committee’s confidence in the current economic trajectory,
balancing concerns over inflationary pressures with the need to support growth. 
While the government has urged additional measures to stimulate the economy, the
central bank appears focused on maintaining stability and monitoring the long-term
impacts of previous rate adjustments.

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## Key Points

 * The Bank of Thailand has decided to keep its key interest rate unchanged at 2.25%
   due to rising uncertainties, resisting government pressure for further policy
   easing.
 * The economy faces challenges from external competition and uncertainties in major
   economies, while the central bank maintains its growth forecasts for 2024 and
   2025.
 * Despite the current stance, the central bank may consider future rate cuts as
   uncertainties, including US policies, continue to increase.

The decision was in line with expectations and was accompanied by a statement highlighting
both positive and negative factors for the economy. The bank emphasized the importance
of maintaining a neutral stance in the face of growing uncertainties, including 
potential impacts from US policies.

It also noted the gradual recovery of the economy and inflation moving toward its
target range. The baht remained relatively stable following the announcement, and
the central bank indicated potential future rate cuts while defending its current
position as consistent with the economic outlook.

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The decision reflects a cautious approach, balancing the need to support economic
recovery while guarding against potential risks from external shocks. Analysts suggest
that the central bank is prioritizing long-term stability over short-term stimulus,
especially as global markets remain volatile. Meanwhile, policymakers face growing
calls from businesses and consumer groups to adopt more aggressive measures to spur
lending and investment.

The central bank maintained the current rate as “consistent” with the economic outlook
and inflation nearing the 1% to 3% target, citing the need to preserve “policy space”
amid uncertainties. It has only cut rates once this year, despite government pressure
to lower borrowing costs to boost growth.