Economics

Peru Lifts Key Rate for First Time in 5 Years as Sol Weakens

  • Central bank faces market volatility caused by local politics
  • Sol fell most among world currencies since Castillo sworn in
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Peru raised its key interest rate for the first time in five years after inflation accelerated faster than expected and political turmoil sank the currency.