Monetary Policy and the Economic Outlook – Speech by Governor Gabriel Makhlouf at the European Chamber of Ireland
Why this matters
This is an informational speech by ECB Governor on monetary policy decisions and economic outlook. Primary focus is on interest rate increase (0.25%) in response to inflation pressures from Middle East conflict energy shocks. Relevant to all financial firms due to monetary policy implications and discussion of financial sector resilience, regulation, and supervision. No immediate compliance action required; serves as forward guidance and context for regulatory environment.
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What the CBI said
Good afternoon and thank you for inviting me to speak today. Last week, the ECB’s Governing Council decided to raise interest rates by 0.25%. This is the first change since June 2025 – the first increase since 2023 – and brings the main policy rate, the Deposit Facility Rate, to 2.25%. Our decision is a response to…
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Context
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