Asian Central Banks to Show Divergent Monetary Policies by 2026, Says BofA Securities

According to a recent research report by BofA Securities, Asian central banks are expected to exhibit significantly divergent monetary policies by 2026. According to Jin10, analysts have noted that while many Asian central banks maintained a dovish stance in 2025 due to tariff risks, several countries have recently shifted towards a hawkish policy narrative. This change is primarily attributed to improved economic growth and persistent inflation. BofA anticipates that Australia, Japan, Singapore, and Vietnam will further tighten their monetary policies.