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Nordea Forecasts Norges Bank to Hold Key Policy Rate at 4.5% Next Thursday

Nordea expects Norges Bank to hold rates at 4.5% next week, citing persistent inflation pressures that likely delay any easing until 2028.

📅 October 30, 2026 🕐 1 min read

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Nordea is mentioned as the source of the analysis, but the article does not discuss Nordea's own financials or outlook.

🎯 Key Takeaways

Norges Bank is widely expected to maintain the 4.5% policy rate at next week's meeting.
Inflation remains above the 2% target, with Nordea projecting no rate cuts until 2028.
Conflicting data, including a stronger NOK and softer retail sales, supports a cautious central bank stance.

📝 Executive Summary

Nordea economist Kjetil Olsen anticipates Norges Bank will maintain its 4.5% policy rate at the upcoming meeting. Despite mixed economic signals, including elevated core inflation and a stronger krone, the central bank is expected to adhere to its September rate path with no cuts projected before 2028.

❓ FAQ

Why does Nordea expect Norges Bank to keep rates at 4.5%?

Nordea cites persistent core inflation and the central bank's commitment to its September rate path, noting that inflation is not expected to reach the 2% target until 2028.

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