Eurozone
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financeEurozone Mortgage Divide: Malta and Latvia Show Stark Rate Disparity
ECB data reveals a two percentage point gap in eurozone mortgage rates. Structural differences between national banking systems create significant cost disparities despite unified monetary policy.
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financeECB Raises Rates for First Time Since 2023 Amid Middle East Inflation Surge
The European Central Bank hikes rates by 25 basis points to combat inflation driven by Middle East conflicts, signaling a shift in monetary policy.
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financeECB Hikes Rates to 2.25%, Ending Easing Cycle Amid Inflation Surge
The European Central Bank raises its deposit rate to 2.25%, halting a year-long easing cycle as Eurozone inflation climbs past three percent and tighter liquidity looms for risk assets.
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financeEuropean Blue-Chip Margins Rebound on AI Infrastructure and Energy Prices
European corporate earnings are projected to grow 11.5% in Q1 2026, marking the strongest expansion since late 2022 driven by AI hardware demand and recalibrated commodity forecasts.
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financeEurozone Inflation Hits 3.2%, Paving Way for ECB Rate Hike in June
Eurozone inflation rose to 3.2% in May 2026, driven by energy prices. Market expects ECB to hike rates by 25 bps on June 11.
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financeECB's Sleijpen: Economic Outlook Between Baseline and Adverse Scenarios
ECB Governing Council member Olaf Sleijpen says current eurozone economy sits between baseline and adverse projections, with markets pricing in a June rate hike.
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financeECB's Schnabel Calls for June Rate Hike Despite Iran Peace Prospects
ECB board member Isabel Schnabel signals a decisive hawkish shift, advocating for a June rate hike even if an Iran peace deal emerges.
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worldIran Denies Role in South Korean Vessel Incident, Strait of Hormuz Tensions Persist
Iran denies involvement in the South Korean vessel incident, maintaining control of the Strait of Hormuz and signaling ongoing geopolitical instability.