The Bank of Korea pushed back strongly against the prospect of back-to-back rate cuts when it began its easing cycle last month, and most analysts expect rates to be left unchanged at the BoK’s scheduled meeting on Thursday. But with growth very weak, inflation well below target and the property sector in the doldrums, we think there is a strong chance the central bank will spring a surprise at its upcoming meeting.
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