BoN expected to keep repo rate at 6.75 per cent

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2025-08-13
WINDHOEK, 12 August 2025 - The Bank of Namibia (BoN). (Photo: Contributed) WINDHOEK, 12 August 2025 - The Bank of Namibia (BoN). (Photo: Contributed)
WINDHOEK, 13 AUG (NAMPA) – The Bank off Namibia (BoN) is expected to keep its repo rate unchanged at 6.75 per cent when it meets on 13 August 2025, a report issued on Tuesday by FNB has suggested.
FNB economist Helena Mboti stated that the decision would mark the third consecutive hold as the central bank navigates external risks, weak household credit growth and a narrowing interest rate gap with South Africa.
“External vulnerabilities and stick...
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