Policy Interest Rate in Lesotho
The policy rate ended 2022 at 10.50%, up from the 8.44% end-2021 value and higher than the reading of 9.92% a decade earlier. For reference, the average policy rate in the region was at end-2022. For more interest rate information, visit our dedicated page.
Lesotho Interest Rate Chart
Note: This chart displays Policy Interest Rate (%) for Lesotho from 2014 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Lesotho Interest Rate Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Policy Rate (%, eop) | 11.19 | 8.19 | 8.44 | 10.50 | 11.25 |
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