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Liberia Central Bank holds rate at 16%, launches price monitoring plan

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The Central Bank of Liberia held its monetary policy rate at 16% and raised the reserve requirement on U.S. dollar deposits from 10% to 12%. The Commerce Ministry announced a five-point plan aimed at ensuring a stronger Liberian dollar translates into lower prices. This plan includes requiring businesses to display the Central Bank's daily exchange rate and reviewing import-related fees and supply-chain costs.

From allafrica.com

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The measures are designed to stabilize prices and reduce supply-chain costs across Liberia. The Central Bank's actions, including the reserve requirement hike, are part of its role managing currency and financial systems within Liberia. The government is also working to improve transparency in pricing and import processes.

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    Farmers or processors might see their earnings affected by a stronger currency.

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    ArcelorMittal might face increased operational costs due to reviews of import fees and supply-chain monitoring.

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