OREANDA-NEWS  The central bank predicted a decrease in inflation to 4-5 percent by the end of 2026 and told what to expect in the economy next year, according to the regulator's Telegram channel.

"By the end of 2026, according to our forecast, inflation will decrease to 4-5 percent. Then it will gain a foothold near the target," the message says. As experts have pointed out, this means that prices will rise more slowly than they do now. Loan rates are expected to become more moderate.

Experts added that credit to the real economy will grow in a balanced manner: the Central Bank predicts that it will increase by 6-11 percent next year.

Earlier it was reported that by the end of 2026, the key rate could reach 11-12 percent.