Economics

Malaysia Unexpectedly Lowers Reserve Ratio While Resisting Rate Cut Calls

  • Statutory reserve ratio cut to 3% from 3.5% effective Nov. 16
  • Reserve ratio cut isn’t a signal on the monetary policy stance
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Bank Negara Malaysia unexpectedly cut its reserve ratio after keeping its main policy rate unchanged this week.