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ECB's Schnabel (Hawk) says ECB is still in a good place, but Iran war creates upside inflation risks; ECB must monitor persistence of energy price shock

Schnabel's remarks suggest a hawkish stance, acknowledging that while inflation is currently manageable and expected to align with the ECB's target, the situation in Iran poses potential upward risks.

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  • Small and temporary inflation overshoot is of little relevance if expectations remain anchored.
  • Post pandemic lessons suggest ECB must tread careful.
  • With inflation projected to be at our target over the medium term and inflation expectations anchored, monetary policy remains in a good place.
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This indicates the ECB is vigilant and may need to consider adjusting their approach should energy prices become persistently high, affecting the overall monetary policy landscape and interest rates.

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