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Negotiated wage pressure stabilises at 2.7% in the first quarter of 2027, according to the ECB
The ECB sets negotiated wage pressure at 2.7% for Q1 2027, with no significant changes from 2026.
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The ECB anticipates more inflation: households raise their expectations to 3.0%
The ECB's August survey shows 12-month inflation expectations at 3.0%, with past perception stable at 3.5% and expected unemployment dropping to 11.0%.
Economy
ECB Keeps Rates Steady but Leaves Door Open for September Hike
The ECB maintains interest rates but leaves open the possibility of a hike in September if energy inflation and economic data demand it.
Economy
ECB keeps rates at 4% and warns of inflationary impact from Middle East conflict
ECB maintains rates at 4% and warns inflation will remain high until 2027 due to the Middle East conflict. President Lagarde stresses caution.
Economy
Eurozone public deficit falls to 3.1% of GDP in the first quarter of 2026
Eurozone and EU public deficit drops to 3.1% of GDP in Q1 2026, according to Eurostat. Spain records 1.9%, below the average.