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European Central Bank holds interest rates steady as Iran conflict pushes up energy prices

Mar 24, 202633 sources

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Summary

The European Central Bank (ECB) decided to keep its key interest rates unchanged. Officials said the main reason for holding steady is the war in Iran, which is driving up global energy prices and threatening to push inflation higher across Europe.

ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos said the bank is watching for 'second-round effects,' meaning it's concerned that higher energy costs could lead to broader price increases for other goods and services. In a severe scenario, the ECB's models show inflation could peak at 6.3% in 2027.

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