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ECB set to raise rates to 2.5% as inflation hits 3.3%

By Markets Desk · 2026-09-09 · Updated 2026-09-10 13:29 UTC
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The European Central Bank has officially hiked its key rates by 25 basis points, raising the deposit facility rate to 2.50% effective September 16, 2026. This move aims to combat persistent inflation, which is projected to remain at 3% in 2026, while the bank simultaneously raised its growth outlook for the eurozone.

  • According to GN markets/policy (en-US), the ECB has confirmed the 25 basis point increase, with the new deposit rate of 2.50% taking effect on September 16, 2026. The central bank also noted that while headline inflation is projected to stay at 3% for 2026, growth forecasts have been revised upward due to unexpected economic resilience.

    Source: GN markets/policy (en-US)

  • The European Central Bank is poised to lift its main interest rate to 2.5%, a move driven by eurozone inflation reaching 3.3%.

    Source: GN markets/policy (en-US)
Based on reporting by GN markets/policy (en-US) and GN markets/policy (en-US), compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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