The stronger than expected pick-up in headline inflation to 1.2% in February, from 0.5% in January, mostly reflects higher gasoline and motor vehicle prices. It does not alter the near-term outlook for monetary policy. With economic growth expected to remain below the economy's potential, we expect disinflationary pressures to intensify in the coming months.
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