Inflația crește vertiginos în întreaga zonă euro, presiunea asupra BCE se intensifică

Inflation in the Eurozone has risen unexpectedly due to the impact of the Iran conflict on energy prices, prompting the European Central Bank (ECB) to consider further interest rate hikes. Recent data shows inflation rates in France, Italy, and Spain exceeding expectations, with energy and food prices also rising. The ECB anticipates inflation to reach 3.6% in September, with economists predicting it could approach 4%. Market expectations now include four additional rate increases over the next year. The ongoing tensions in the Middle East and high energy costs suggest limited relief in the near future, while the strengthening dollar may exacerbate inflationary pressures in Europe. ECB President Christine Lagarde indicated a moderate response is still appropriate to manage price growth.