Group 1 - The Eurozone's April Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) shows increasing inflation pressure, with core HICP rising to 2.7%, exceeding market expectations of 2.5% and the previous value of 2.4% [2] - Overall HICP year-on-year growth reached 2.2%, also surpassing the market forecast of 2.1%, indicating a steady upward trend in price levels [2] - Despite strong inflation data, market expectations regarding the European Central Bank (ECB) monetary policy remain cautious due to potential economic downturn risks from U.S. tariffs [2][3] Group 2 - The Governor of the Bank of Finland, Rehn, emphasized the need to consider all policy options, including negative interest rates, highlighting the delicate balance the ECB must maintain amid rising inflation and external risks [3] - ECB Vice President Gentiloni expressed confidence in achieving inflation targets, noting that factors like a strong euro and commodity price declines could suppress price increases [4] - Gentiloni also pointed out that uncertainty poses risks to economic development, while maintaining that the eurozone is not expected to fall into recession [4]
欧元区HICP超预期 欧元/美元汇率上涨
Jin Tou Wang·2025-05-05 23:21