Europe Raises Interest Rates as War Stokes Inflation

The European Central Bank has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 in response to rising inflation. Inflation is now expected to exceed previous projections, driven in part by the ongoing war. As a result, the bank has downgraded its forecast for economic growth, indicating a more cautious outlook. The rate hike aims to combat soaring inflation and stabilize the economy.

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