ECB's Wunsch says should not overact to the Iran war shock, Bloomberg reports; If conflict ends in April, we would be closer to our baseline; reiterates ECB will not rush policy decisions

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ECB's Wunsch says should not overact to the Iran war shock, Bloomberg reports; If conflict ends in April, we would be closer to our baseline; reiterates ECB will not rush policy decisions

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  • Action may be needed in this situation. He's just been going through scenarios more than offering any personal views on the outlook.
  • if the conflict is not over by June, we'll likely be way over our baseline.
  • Patient today but if the situation remains the same in April he might not be so patient.
  • April is not out of the question, with the caveat that this depends on the progress of the war.

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Wunsch from the ECB suggests a measured response to the ongoing conflict, indicating that the central bank will not rush to make policy changes unless the situation deteriorates beyond expectations by June. His remarks imply that the ECB may be willing to adjust its strategy if conditions warrant, highlighting the link between geopolitical tensions and monetary policy. Traders should monitor the conflict's timeline closely, as it could significantly influence the ECB's rate path decisions.

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