ECB's Patsalides says there is not sufficient information now to make a decision on whether to look through inflation surge or to raise rates, but will not hesitate to hike

Newsquawk StaffPublished 27 Mar 2026, 08:24 UTC

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Longer-term inflation expectations are well anchored.
Economy still developing along the baseline.

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The ECB's Patsalides articulates a cautious stance, acknowledging uncertainty regarding inflation decisions while emphasizing a willingness to increase rates if necessary. This suggests the central bank is closely monitoring economic indicators but currently sees longer-term inflation expectations as stable, which could influence market sentiment and pricing for upcoming rate moves. As such, traders should consider this a signal of a potentially balanced approach to policy, impacting the euro and fixed income markets accordingly.

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