Despite slowing growth, South Korea's central bank raised its benchmark rate by a quarter-point as inflation is expected to remain above target for a considerable time.
The Monetary Policy Board of the Bank of Korea decided to raise the Base Rate by 25 basis points to 3.50 percent from 3.25 percent.
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by Renju Jaya
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