Bank of Korea Gov. Shin Hyun-song bangs the gavel to open a Monetary Policy Committee meeting at the central bank in Seoul on Oct. 22, 2026. The central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3 percent following two consecutive rate hikes to tame accelerating inflation amid protracting Middle East tensions and robust exports. (Pool photo) (Yonhap)

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