Recent developments point to some slowdown in the pace of economic growth, says the ECB chief economist Peter Praet in the keynote speech at UBS’ European Conference in London.
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“¢ Slowdown primarily reflects a loss of momentum in global activity.
“¢ Our policy will remain predictable, and we will proceed at a gradual pace.
“¢ ECB guidance on rates has been solidly internalised by market participants.
“¢ Significant monetary policy stimulus is still needed.
“¢ The underlying strength of the Euro area economy continues to support confidence that inflation convergence towards ECB target will happen.
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