ECB Cuts Rates Again Amid Inflation Progress and Trade Uncertainty  As was fully anticipated by every economist surveyed and entirely reflected in market pricing, the European Central Bank proceeded with a reduction in its deposit rate. This move represented the eighth consecutive downward adjustment in interest rates. The change, however, is ...

ECB Cuts Rates to 3.0%, Signals Shift Toward Neutral Policy Stance  The European Central Bank (ECB), as anticipated, implemented a modest interest rate cut of 25 basis points during its most recent policy meeting. This decision avoided the steeper 50 basis point reduction that some analysts had suggested was necessary, particularly given the o...

ECB Cuts Rate to 3.25%, Signals Growth Concerns as US Data Surges  Yesterday, the European Central Bank (ECB) made an expected move by cutting its deposit facility rate to 3.25%. This decision didn't come as a surprise, as the market had already priced in this outcome through OIS futures. All 65 analysts surveyed by Bloomberg, including our ow...

ECB Cuts Rates Again to Support Slowing Economy and Combat Inflation  In a move widely anticipated by economists, the European Central Bank (ECB) has once again reduced its three main interest rates by 25 basis points during its latest meeting. This marks the second consecutive rate cut by the ECB, an effort designed to counterbalance the rapi...

ECB Cuts Rates to 3.50%, Revises Inflation and Growth Forecasts  The European Central Bank (ECB) has reduced interest rates by 25 basis points, lowering the deposit facility rate to 3.50%. This action is in line with the ECB's ongoing strategy of data-dependent monetary policy. In addition to the rate cut, the ECB announced that it will reduce...

ECB Holds Rates Steady, Reaffirms Commitment to 2% Inflation Target  As anticipated, the ECB chose to keep interest rates unchanged and provided a clear message for those seeking decisive guidance:Here's the gist of it:"The Governing Council is committed to bringing inflation back to its 2% medium-term target promptly. Policy rates will remain...

ECB Set to Cut Rates for First Time Since 2019 Amid Inflation Concerns  Following the Bank of Canada's (BoC) recent decision to cut rates by 25 basis points, the European Central Bank (ECB) is anticipated to reduce the deposit rate from 4.00% to 3.75% for the first time since September 2019. Market analysts give a 94% probability to this outco...

Eurozone's Paradox: Growth Surges Amid Rate Cut Talks  Europe's current situation presents a blend of contradictory elements. On one hand, ECB's de Guindos hinted at an imminent rate cut in June, suggesting a winding down of the fight against inflation. On the other hand, Euro-area's private-sector activity surged to its highest level since Ma...

ECB Holds Rates Amidst Rising Inflation Pressure  The money markets are reconsidering their expectations for interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Bank of England (BOE) following higher-than-anticipated inflation data in the United States. Typically, these central banks hesitate to ease monetary policy before the Federa...

Central Banks Navigate Rate Cuts Amidst Balancing Act on Balance Sheets  Central banks are currently under scrutiny, particularly regarding interest rates. Both the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the European Central Bank (ECB) are expected to align with predictions of rate cuts in June, while the Bank of Japan (BoJ) seems poised to initiate steps ...

ECB : Holds Rates Steady, Revises Down Inflation Forecast Triggering Dovish Market Response  As anticipated, the European Central Bank (ECB) maintained its key interest rates unchanged in its latest announcement: Marginal Lending at 4.75%, Refinancing at 4.5%, and Deposit at 4.0%. Contrary to some expectations, the ECB opted to retain its exis...

ECB Expected to Maintain Rates Amidst Anticipation of Future Cuts: Market Analysis  Unless there's a significant unexpected event, the European Central Bank (ECB) is likely to maintain its current interest rates for the fourth consecutive meeting happening on Thursday. Analysts unanimously expect that the deposit rate will remain at its record...

ECB : Holds Interest Rates Steady, Foresees Gradual Inflation Decline, and Advances Balance Sheet Normalization for Economic Recovery"  The ECB has opted to maintain the current levels of its three key interest rates. Forecasts indicate a gradual decline in inflation over the next year, with a projected return to the 2% target by 2025.&nb...

ECB : Governing Council Strives for Caution in Face of Divergent Analyst Views on Rate Cuts and Policy Shifts  Not a single bank analyst foresees a change in interest rates at the upcoming monetary policy meeting of the ECB Governing Council. The focus is on the messaging tone, especially from President Christine Lagarde at the press conferenc...

Analysis of the ECB's Monetary Policy Meeting and Market Expectations  The upcoming European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council meeting is generating significant interest among analysts, with a unanimous consensus that there will be no change in interest rates. The focus has shifted to President Christine Lagarde's anticipated messaging duri...

The Federal Reserve rarely raises rates again after such an extended pause, but it's not unprecedented. Despite this, the current indicators suggest a higher likelihood for the next move to be an increase in rates. Since its meeting in July, the Fed hasn't made any changes to interest rates. However, the market is anticipating significant interest-...

The ECB Insider's statement suggests that while a rate cut is seen as the most probable next move in the future, it won't occur in the immediate term. Conversely, considering a rate hike is contingent on significant changes in their forecasts. They haven't ruled out the possibility of a rate cut in the first half of 2024 but believe it's highly imp...

This transcript is a conversation between Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, and a group of 200 young people from many different countries. Lagarde talks about the evolution of money and how it is becoming more digital, and how small changes in our daily lives can make a difference. She also talks about the battle against in...