0242 GMT - The Philippine central bank looks set for an extended pause amid domestic and global risks, DBS economists say. DBS pushes rate-cut expectations back to 4Q, with rising inflation likely to keep BSP from loosening before then, senior economist Radhika Rao says. DBS revises its 2024 inflation forecast for the country to 3.7%, seeing base effects and high food prices pushing headline CPI above target in 1H. Policymakers are also mindful of pipeline pressures from non-food catalysts like higher transport charges and global oil prices, Rao adds. Global cues by way of a delayed start to the U.S. rate-cut cycle and resultant PHP volatility will further prompt BSP to stay defensive. (fabiana.negrinochoa@wsj.com)
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April 08, 2024 22:42 ET (02:42 GMT)
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