Edition October 30, 2026

Lagarde and Vujčić explain the ECB's monetary policy

The ECB says tighter financing is likely to weigh on inflation and economic growth.

Policymakers unanimously chose to wait for more information before making their next decision. AI-related business investment and public spending on infrastructure and defence are supporting economic activity. The ECB called for a swift agreement on the legal package governing the digital euro. Lagarde said she plans to leave her ECB presidency after the February monetary policy meeting.

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