ECB’s Dolenc Says Hike Was Needed as Data Sound Inflation Alarm

ECB Governing Council member Primoz Dolenc said Thursday’s rate increase was necessary to keep prices in check, signaling continued inflation vigilance. He also noted officials are weighing the broader economic implications of the conflict in the Middle East. The remarks reinforce a hawkish ECB stance, but the article contains no new policy decision beyond the rate hike already announced.

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ECB Governing Council member Primoz Dolenc said Thursday’s rate increase was necessary to keep prices in check, signaling continued inflation vigilance. He also noted officials are weighing the broader economic implications of the conflict in the Middle East. The remarks reinforce a hawkish ECB stance, but the article contains no new policy decision beyond the rate hike already announced.