Bank of Korea keeps lid on excessive borrowing amid heated housing market

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The Bank of Korea’s policy decision to keep rates unchanged is in line with market expectations. (Photo by Kotaro Hosokawa)

STEVEN BOROWIEC

November 27, 2025 09:55 JST

SEOUL — South Korea’s central bank held its key policy rate steady at 2.5% on Thursday as it seeks to quell concerns over rising home prices and foreign exchange vulnerability.