一年内第八次降息，欧央行下调关键利率

Group 1 - The European Central Bank (ECB) announced a 25 basis point cut in key interest rates, bringing the deposit facility rate to 2.00%, the main refinancing rate to 2.15%, and the marginal lending rate to 2.40%, aligning with market expectations [1] - This marks the fourth rate cut in 2023 and the eighth since the current easing cycle began in June 2024, reflecting ongoing economic challenges in the Eurozone [1] - The ECB's decision is influenced by weak economic growth and a recent drop in inflation to below the target rate of 2%, providing room for continued accommodative policies [1] Group 2 - The ECB projects Eurozone GDP growth rates of 0.9% for 2025, 1.1% for 2026, and 1.3% for 2027, with CPI growth expected to be 2% in 2025, followed by 1.6% and 2% in 2026 and 2027 respectively [1] - There is increasing market sentiment advocating for a pause in rate cuts, with concerns that trade barriers, a tight labor market, and rising infrastructure and defense spending may elevate inflation expectations in the medium term [1] - Following the rate decision, the euro experienced volatility against the dollar, initially rising before retreating, indicating market uncertainty [2]