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Dovish BI leaves rates on hold, gradual tightening ahead

Bank Indonesia (BI) left interest rates unchanged again today, and the dovish commentary from the press conference means we are pushing back the timing for the first hike from Q3 into Q4. With growth set to slow over the coming quarters and inflation to stay relatively low, the tightening cycle, when it does begin, is likely to be gradual.

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