# Bank of Korea Holds Rate at 3.00%

> Bank of Korea pauses interest rate hike amid Middle East tensions and AI investment concerns.
- Title: Bank of Korea Holds Rate at 3.00% · TokenPost | Shortify
- Summary: Bank of Korea pauses interest rate hike amid Middle East tensions and AI investment concerns. Bank of Korea maintains 3.00% interest rate after strong growth…
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- Source: TokenPost — https://tokenpost.com/news/investing/37372
- Published: 2026-10-22T03:04:21+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bank of korea, interest rate, monetary policy, middle east, ai investment, inflation, crypto, finance
## Bank of Korea keeps rate steady
Bank of Korea’s Monetary Policy Board held benchmark interest rate at 3.00% for next decision.
## Strong growth and inflation persist
South Korea’s economy grew faster than expected with exports and investment strong, inflation at 3%.
## Middle East tensions impact global markets
Global markets volatile as Middle East tensions rise and AI investment concerns grow.
## Inflation expectations remain elevated
Consumer inflation at 2.9% and core inflation at 2.8% in September, expected to stay above target.
## Semiconductor boom drives growth
Semiconductor upswing expected to sustain export and investment growth through 2025.
## Rate decision to be made soon
Bank will assess inflation and financial stability before next rate increase.
## Key takeaway

Bank of Korea maintains 3.00% interest rate after strong growth and inflation at 3%.