IMF expects ECB to raise rates by half a percentage point in 2026

The IMF forecasts the European Central Bank will raise interest rates by 0.5 percentage points in 2026 to combat inflation. The rate hikes aim to stabilize prices while supporting economic growth. ECB officials emphasize cautious tightening amid global uncertainties, with markets closely watching for policy signals in upcoming meetings.

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