Norwegian policy normalisation is feasible – analysts

Uncommon combination of higher oil prices and weak currency offsets subdued consumer prices

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Core inflation in Norway rose year on year in October slightly above market expectations, but it remains below target. However, higher oil prices and a weak krone are opening the door for a rate increase, analysts say.

Core inflation in Norway, measured as consumer price index inflation adjusted for tax changes and excluding energy products (CPI-ATE), rose year on year to 1.1% in October, up from 1% in September, according to official statistics published on November 10. Meanwhile, headline

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