RBZ keeps policy unchanged as inflation holds at 4.2%

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) confirmed on Friday it will maintain its current monetary policy stance with inflation steady at 4.2 percent. The central bank said no rate adjustments or policy shifts are imminent. Analysts note that the stable inflation figure masks continued pressures from parallel market premiums and dollarization. The RBZ's decision suggests confidence in its tight money measures, though businesses report difficulty accessing foreign currency. The stable inflation rate conceals underlying economic pressures from the parallel market.