欧洲央行管委Boris Vujcic重申：货币政策“处于良好状态”，但需警惕市场风险

Core Viewpoint - The European Central Bank (ECB) maintains that its current monetary policy is effective in controlling inflation without causing economic recession, with key deposit rates held steady at 2% after a series of rate cuts since June 2024 [1][2]. Monetary Policy - ECB's key deposit rate has been held at 2% for three consecutive meetings, following a total reduction of 2 percentage points from a historical high of 4% starting in June 2024 [1]. - The ECB's recent policy decisions are aligned with the eurozone's inflation rate reaching the target of 2%, supported by stronger-than-expected GDP growth in Q3 [1][4]. Economic Indicators - The eurozone's inflation rate slightly increased to 2.2% in September, primarily driven by rising service prices, but overall inflation remains manageable [4]. - The HCOB Eurozone Composite PMI rose from 51.2 in September to 52.5 in October, marking the highest level in 29 months and indicating robust economic expansion [4][5]. Employment Trends - Employment growth in the eurozone accelerated to its highest level in 16 months, driven by increased hiring in the service sector, despite ongoing layoffs in manufacturing [5]. Risks and Uncertainties - The ECB acknowledges uncertainties in the economic outlook, including global trade disputes and geopolitical tensions, which could impact future inflation forecasts [2][3].