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Russia's central bank hikes interest rates in a bid to fight inflation

Russia's central bank raised its interest rate by a full percentage point on Friday as government military spending in its invasion of Ukraine strains the economy.

Business

ECB interest rate cut: How will it impact your personal finances?

The European Central Bank (ECB) cut interest rates for the second time this year on Thursday 12 September. Euronews Business asked the experts how it might impact your personal finances.

Economy

Will the ECB cut interest rates again in October? Analysts weigh in

Analysts are divided on whether the ECB will cut rates again in October, with some expecting a pause until December. Key factors include wage pressures, inflation data, and oil prices. Most agree on gradual easing, with more cuts likely into 2025.

Markets

Weekly recap: European Central Bank rate cut sparks market rally

Global stock markets were mostly positive this week, buoyed by optimism over central banks' rate cuts. The ECB’s second rate reduction of the year fuelled a market rally across Europe.

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Economy

ECB's Lagarde reaffirms data-driven approach to future rate decisions

ECB President Christine Lagarde reaffirms a data-driven approach to rate decisions while urging structural reforms, citing Mario Draghi's competitiveness report. The ECB lowered its deposit rate by 25 basis points, with inflation and growth forecasts largely unchanged.

Economy

Spanish inflation drops to over one-year lows on cooling food prices

Productivity, however, continues to be weak, compared with the average across the EU, with the issue having worsened over the past 10 years or so.

Economy

European Central Bank cuts interest rates again as inflation slows

The European Central Bank (ECB) has cut its key interest rates as the markets expected, marking its second reduction this year following a move in June.

Economy

German inflation rate dips to lowest level in more than three years

The news raises hopes for another rate cut from the European Central Bank, with the policy committee set to meet this Thursday.

Business

HSBC looks to cut costs through merger of major divisions

The new unit would surpass the current wealth and personal banking division in size and would house more than 90,000 employees. However, the merger could lead to job cuts in areas where there are overlapping roles.

Economy

Will the European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected?

The European Central Bank is expected to cut interest rates on September 12 due to falling inflation and sluggish growth. Analysts predict a 25 basis point reduction in the deposit rate. Further cuts may follow in December and throughout 2025, with inflation and economic forecasts set to be revised.

Markets

Markets weekly look ahead: ECB rate decision in the spotlight

This week, the European Central Bank (ECB) is poised to decide on interest rates, a key event for both European stock markets and the euro. On a global scale, the release of the US monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) is also of great importance, as it will significantly influence the broad sentiment.

The Big Question

The Big Question: What is the economic impact of the Olympic Games?

France spent €2bn on the Olympics - has the country benefited economically? Banque de France deputy governor, Agnès Bénassy-Quéré considers France’s current economic outlook.

Economy

UK house prices hit two-year high after 'positive summer' for market

The August Halifax House Price Index also revealed which parts of the UK are seeing the most growth in house prices and what the average property price is in various areas across the country.

Economy

ECB rate cut looking more likely as eurozone growth downwardly revised

Eurozone growth for the second quarter was revised down to 0.2%, marking a slowdown compared to the first quarter. Germany contracted, while Spain saw strong growth. The ECB is expected to cut rates by 25bps next week.

Markets

Weekly recap: European markets retreat following weak US data

Major benchmark indices across Europe, the US and Asia are largely on track for a negative weekly close, driven by prevailing risk-aversion sentiment following weak economic data from both the US and China.

Business

Why the German government looks set to reduce its stake in Commerzbank

Commerzbank has emerged from financial distress, prompting the state to sell down its €2.5 billion stake.

Economy

Turkish delight as inflation rate dips, raising hopes of rate cuts

Annual inflation has been easing since June, although August's total is still more than 10 times higher than the central bank's target.

Business

Was Belgium's record €22 billion retail bond buy a one-off?

Last year the Belgian government set a new record by selling debt direct to its citizens. All eyes are on what happens when it matures next week.

Economy

Germany’s inflation rate tumbles to the lowest levels since March 2021

Germany's inflation rate dropped to 1.9% in August 2024, the lowest since March 2021, boosting expectations of ECB rate cuts. The euro and Bund yields fell, while the DAX index hit record highs.

Markets

Why has the euro rallied to a 13-month high against the dollar?

The euro has surged to a 13-month high against the dollar, benefiting from four weeks of gains as the Federal Reserve signals upcoming rate cuts.