The European Central Bank kept its benchmark rates unchanged and announced it will continue to buy EUR 30 billion in bonds per month until the end of September, "or beyond, if necessary," until the ECB's board sees "a sustained adjustment" in inflation consistent with its target. In his speech, European Central Bank (ECB) President Mario Draghi warned today of the "moderation" in growth and also of the risks to the economies of the 19 eurozone countries posed by the implementation of protectionist measures. See more
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Optimism over geopolitical détente following ceasefire announcements in the Middle East
