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ECB's Simkus says policy fits the moment and rates are on hold in February, but path beyond that is not obvious

The ECB's Simkus suggests that current policy is appropriate and rates will remain unchanged in February, indicating a cautious stance amid data fluctuations.

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  • Must not over react to near-term data volatility, adding that is is normal for inflation to fluctuate around the 2% mark. 
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This implies the central bank is prioritizing stability over immediate reactions, which may lead to a more measured approach on monetary policy moving forward, possibly affecting market sentiment around Euro assets and fixed income yields.

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