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BNA Basic Reference Rate in Angola
The BNA Basic Reference Rate (%, eop) ended 2024 at 19.50%, up from the 18.00% end-2024 value and down from the reading of 9.00% a decade earlier. For reference, the average interest rate in Sub-Saharan Africa was 14.31% at end-2024. For more information on interest rate, visit our dedicated page.
Angola Interest Rate Chart
Note: This chart displays Policy Interest Rate (%) for Angola from 2014 to 2025.
Source: Macrobond.
Angola Interest Rate Data
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BNA Basic Reference Rate (%, eop) | 20.00 | 19.50 | 18.00 | 19.50 | 18.50 |
Central Bank of Angola reduces rates in May
5-point cut brings cumulative easing to 250 basis points: At its meeting on 14 May, the National Bank of Angola (BNA) reduced the BNA basic reference rate from 17.50% to 17.00%, following March’s pause. This brought the cumulative reduction since the easing cycle started in September 2025 to 250 basis points.
Benign inflation and subdued expectations drive decision: The key factor driving the Central Bank's decision was inflation hitting a 34-month low of 11.6% in April. While the banking system's liquidity grew significantly, inflation expectations remained moderate.
Further rate cuts on the horizon: The BNA provided no future guidance regarding interest rate decisions ahead, but our panelists expect further rate cuts to follow by end-2026. Inflation will likely continue to fall from 2023’s peak in 2026, providing scope for the Bank to reduce rates further. That said, risks are skewed; rising fuel, fertilizer and food-import costs amid the Iran war may require pausing the easing cycle or hiking rates to contain inflation.
Consensus Forecasts and Projections for the next ten years
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