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ECB officials see possibility of rate hike at April meeting, according to sources cited by Bloomberg

The indication from ECB officials about a potential rate hike at the April meeting underscores a hawkish shift relative to prior expectations.

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European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -2.10% at 5,616, Dax 40 -2.84% at 22,860, FTSE 100 -2.43% at 10,055, CAC 40 -2.03% at 7,808, FTSE MIB -2.42% at 43,661, IBEX 35 -2.38% at 16,887, PSI -2.06% at 8,947, SMI -2.39% at 12,454, AEX -2.24% at 978

[Market Update] Bunds snap lower as yields resume upside following ECB source reports that officials see the possibility of rate hike at April meeting; EUR/USD little changed

ECB officials see possibility of rate hike at April meeting, according to sources cited by Bloomberg

Discussion over possible ECB rate hikes may need to start in April, unless a quick resolution happens in the Middle East conflict, according to reports; April likely too early for any rate hike, June is more likely

Atlanta Fed GDPnow (Q1): 2.3% (prev. 2.7%)

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This could impact market pricing for future rate paths, especially in EUR and fixed income assets, suggesting traders should reassess how this aligns with current monetary policy sentiment and growth outlook in the Eurozone.

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