ECB’s Stournaras Sees Recession Concern, Phileleftheros Says

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the second time this year as inflation continued receding toward the 2% target. The move also reflects growing concern about the euro-area economy, signaling a more dovish policy stance. As an ECB rate decision, the announcement has broad market significance for rates, FX, and risk assets across Europe.

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The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the second time this year as inflation continued receding toward the 2% target. The move also reflects growing concern about the euro-area economy, signaling a more dovish policy stance. As an ECB rate decision, the announcement has broad market significance for rates, FX, and risk assets across Europe.