stand pat

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Nine out of 11 economists surveyed by The Wall Street Journal had expected the RBI to stand pat on Friday, with two forecasting a 25-basis-point hike.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

It’s a conundrum that central banks of developed countries world-wide are facing, with many choosing to stand pat on rates for now while stressing concern about the uncertain outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The Fed will stand pat to see how it all sorts out.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

While they are expected to stand pat on interest rates, any remarks on the impact of the war on their respective economies will be closely followed.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Or I can keep still and you can stand pat.'

From The Short Cut by Johnson, Frank Tenney