Kenya's Central Bank Eases Policy to Boost Lending, Cuts CBR to 10%

CBK cuts benchmark rate to 10% to boost economy - Nairobi Business Monthly

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut the Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 75 basis points, from 10.75% to 10.00%, marking the fifth consecutive reduction since August 2024. This decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) comes amid moderated inflation, improved economic indicators, and a cautious global outlook marked by geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties. Kenya’s inflation stood at 3.6% in March 2025, slightly up from 3.5% in Febru…

Kenya's Central Bank Eases Policy to Boost Lending, Cuts CBR to 10%

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) on Tuesday eased its monetary policy stance, lowering the benchmark Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 75 basis points to 10.00 per cent from 10.75 per cent. In a move aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of its policy implementation, the MPC also approved a [...] The post Kenya’s Central Bank Eases Policy to Boost Lending, Cuts CBR to 10% appeared first on Khusoko - East African Mar…