Policy rate
4.50%
as of 2026-03-20
Next meeting
Aug 14
T-53d
Norges Bank sets the policy rate for Norway under an inflation-targeting framework that also gives weight to output and employment stability. The Monetary Policy and Financial Stability Committee announces rate decisions through the year.
Policy decisions are announced on the dates above. Source: official central bank schedules.
Policy rate
4.50%
As of 2026-03-20
NOK 2026 consensus
9.50
median of 18 banks
5 most-recent items prefer LLM synthesis where available
The desk posits that the recent central bank meetings from the Riskbank, Norges Bank, and Bank of England (BoE) highlight a shifting landscape in global rates amid evolving political dynamics in the…
The desk believes that the Norwegian krone (NOK) is poised for appreciation ahead of the Norges Bank's anticipated 25 basis point hike in August, driven by persistent inflation concerns. Per the full…
The desk interprets Governor Ida Wolden Bache's recent remarks on monetary policy as a signal of Norges Bank's commitment to maintaining a cautious yet proactive approach to interest rates. Per the…
The desk interprets Norges Bank's recent policy rate hike to 4.25% as a clear signal of the central bank's commitment to combating inflation, which has remained stubbornly high in the region. Per the…
The recent decision by Norges Bank to hike rates and maintain a hawkish guidance underscores a robust approach to inflation management. This aligns with the broader market expectations of continued…
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