BOT Deputy Governor Piti Disyatat said at IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok the central bank is unlikely to cut policy rates below the current 1% unless hit by a major economic shock. As monetary policy gradually normalizes, borrowing costs are expected to rise and could reach about 1.5–2%. He said Thailand's policy stance remains accommodative versus many peers because growth is below potential and inflation is relatively mild.

2026-10-14

BOT Deputy Governor Piti Disyatat said at IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok the central bank is unlikely to cut policy rates below the current 1% unless hit by a major economic shock. As monetary policy gradually normalizes, borrowing costs are expected to rise and could reach about 1.5–2%. He said Thailand's policy stance remains accommodative versus many peers because growth is below potential and inflation is relatively mild.