Lagarde Confirms ECB Unanimous on 25bps Cut, Dismisses Larger Move

Lagarde has confirmed that the ECB is, in agreement, on a 25 basis point cut and has ruled out a significant decrease.

The decision to reduce the interest rate by 25 basis points at the April policy meeting was unanimously agreed upon by the European Central Bank (ECB). Christine Lagarde emphasized that although various scenarios were deliberated upon during the discussion, support for a 50 basis point reduction was not expressed by any officials.

The decision was expected by many and shows the ECB’s careful approach in assessing the impact of rising inflation due to trade levies. Lagarde highlighted that the lasting impacts of these trade policies on inflation remain uncertain. Within the ECB there are differing views on how these obstacles will influence the prospects of the eurozone.

After the news came out, the euro decreased in value against several currencies. There was a notable decline especially compared to the New Zealand dollar, showing how investors react to changes in interest rates and shifts in risk appetite.

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