Moçambique Taxa De Juros

The Bank of Mozambique cut its main policy rate by 25 basis points to 9.25% at its first meeting of 2026, extending an easing cycle that began in 2024 and taking borrowing costs to their lowest level since 2015. The decision was supported by expectations that inflation will remain in single digits over the medium term, despite rising risks and uncertainties, particularly from recent flooding and elevated trade and geopolitical tensions. Mozambique’s inflation rate slowed to 3.23% in December from 4.38% in November, marking its lowest level in 13 months and staying in line with the central bank’s single-digit inflation target. However, inflation is expected to pick up later this year, driven by some monetary financing of the budget deficit, the restart of major LNG construction projects, and the possibility of a metical devaluation.