The European Central Bank has increased interest rates for the first time in nearly three years, concluding it can no longer wait for the conflict in Iran to conclude as inflationary pressures intensify. The central bank raised its deposit rate from 2% to 2.25%, a move that aligns with market expectations. Economists and investors also anticipate an additional 25 basis-point hike in September.
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