Costa Rica Interest Rate Cut to 3.00%, First Since 2025

Central America · Economy Key Facts —New Rate The BCCR cut the monetary policy rate to 3.00% from 3.25% on July 18, 2026. —Vote The decision by the Board of Directors was unanimous. —Inflation Year-on-year inflation was -0.22% at the end of the first half of 2026. —Inflation Target The BCCR’s target is 3.0%, with…