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ECB's Lane says global oil shock from Iran war may require ECB hikes

Lane's comments suggest that the ongoing oil shock stemming from the Iran conflict could lead to tighter ECB policy if inflationary pressures escalate.

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  • Increase in selling price expectations suggests input cost pressures will map into higher output prices in coming months.
  • Firm-side and news-based indicators suggest current energy shock is unfolding in a less demand-supportive environment.
  • Propagation of Iran shock may be more contained than in 2022, but stronger and faster than historical averages.
  • A mid-size but not-too-persistent overshoot could warrant some measured adjustment- In face of larger and more persistent overshoot, response must be appropriately forceful or persistent.
  • Demand destruction channels limit the required adjustment in the monetary stance, fiscal expansion does opposite.
  • Optimal response might be smaller for exogenous supply disruption than for demand shock
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While the impact may be more contained than in 2022, a significant and sustained increase in energy prices might require a stronger monetary response, particularly if it stirs demand pressures. Traders should watch for any adjustments in ECB guidance and how this influences broader market sentiment and the euro's performance.

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