Economics
Bank of Korea on Hold as Lee Turns More Optimistic
- Governor Lee says two board members called for a rate cut
- Decision to stand pat predicted by most of analysts in survey
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Bank of Korea Governor Lee Ju-yeol took a more upbeat view of the economy on Friday in comments that suggest he is comfortable keeping policy on hold for the time being despite calls on his policy board for rate cuts.