The ECB raises interest rates by 25 basis points for the second time this year, and analysts predict a third.
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The European Central Bank (BCE) increased interest rates by 25 basis points this Thursday, marking the second such hike this year. The adjustment brings the interest rate on overnight bank deposits to 2.5%. The decision was driven by a recent resurgence in inflation and heightened economic uncertainty stemming from the escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
Following the announcement, BCE President Christine Lagarde stated that the Governing Council cannot commit to future interest rate trajectories. She emphasized that subsequent policy decisions will remain strictly data-dependent rather than pre-determined. Despite this official stance of caution, market analysts are already projecting a third rate increase in the near future.
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Infobae (Lagarde quote)Focuses on the central bank's refusal to commit to future moves.
Infobae (General/Analysts)Highlights the rate hike alongside analyst predictions of further increases.
Infobae (Technical/Data)Emphasizes the specific 2.5% rate and the technical nature of the hike.
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