ECB Maintains Interest Rates, Hints at Possible Cuts Later in 2024
European Central Bank holds rates at 3.75% amid persistent inflation, leaving future cuts uncertain.
- ECB officials are debating the feasibility of only one more rate cut this year due to lingering inflation.
- The central bank's next decision in September remains open, with all options on the table.
- Inflation in the eurozone has decreased but remains above the ECB's 2% target.
- Economic growth in the eurozone is slow, with the second quarter showing weak performance.
- ECB President Christine Lagarde emphasizes data-driven decisions for future rate adjustments.