Xin Hua Cai Jing·2026-01-23 06:50Core Insights - Economists maintain stable forecasts for Eurozone economic growth, inflation, and interest rates for 2026 despite early-year volatility [1] Economic Growth and Inflation - Inflation is hovering around the European Central Bank's (ECB) target of 2%, expected to be a key anchor for monetary policy [1] Interest Rates - The ECB is expected to keep the deposit rate unchanged at 2% during the meeting on February 5, marking the fifth consecutive time [1] - In a survey conducted from January 20 to 22, all 83 economists predicted no change in interest rates [1] - Approximately 85% of economists (67 out of 79) believe rates will remain unchanged until 2026, an increase from about 75% in the previous month and two-thirds in November [1] - Among 36 respondents regarding the management committee's next actions, the majority indicated a likelihood of rate hikes rather than cuts [1]