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The European Central Bank (ECB) could lower its deposit rate to 2% by summer, according to Bank of France head and ECB policymaker François Villeroy de Galhau. In an interview with Alternatives Economiques, Villeroy stated, "Seen from where we are today, we could be at 2% by the coming summer."
His remarks come after the ECB cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% on January 30, with policymakers signaling another reduction in March. The central bank's shift toward easing monetary policy reflects growing concerns over sluggish economic growth, despite ongoing inflation risks.
Villeroy also emphasized the need for European bank consolidation to enhance global competitiveness. His comments align with broader discussions on strengthening the eurozone’s financial sector amid evolving economic conditions.
The ECB’s rate-cut trajectory signals a departure from its previous tightening cycle, driven by inflation control. As growth concerns mount, investors and analysts will closely monitor upcoming policy decisions and their potential impact on the European economy.
