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European Central Bank
Europe
June 2026
Verified: June 11, 2026
"The European Central Bank (ECB) raised interest rates by 0.25%. This is the first rate hike in two years and nine months. The decision aims to curb inflation driven by rising energy prices due to the situation in Iran."
Author: Markus K. Brunnermeier, Harold James, and Jean-Pierre Landau
This book provides a deep dive into the intellectual and political history of the ECB, explaining how the institution balances inflation targeting with the diverse economic needs of the Eurozone, which is crucial for understanding why they choose to hike rates amidst energy shocks.
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