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ECB Refines Inflation Measurement Methods
Businesscyprus-mail1d ago

ECB Refines Inflation Measurement Methods

The European Central Bank (ECB) has updated its indicators for assessing domestically driven and cyclical inflation in the euro area, introducing methodological changes to make the measures more robust for monetary policy decisions.

Euro to Get New Design, ECB Affirms Cash's Future
Businessindex-hrmkd-mk5d ago2 sources

Euro to Get New Design, ECB Affirms Cash's Future

The Euro currency is set to receive a new design, with the European Central Bank (ECB) reassuring the public that physical cash will not disappear. The redesign aims to modernize the currency while maintaining its role in transactions.

ECB Poised to Approve UniCredit's Commerzbank Takeover Bid
Businessdie-pressenaftemporiki12d ago2 sources

ECB Poised to Approve UniCredit's Commerzbank Takeover Bid

The European Central Bank (ECB) is reportedly leaning towards approving UniCredit's proposal to acquire Commerzbank, despite some initial concerns. This potential approval would mark a significant consolidation in the European banking sector.

Euro Area Firms Embrace AI, But Deep Adoption Remains Limited
Businesscyprus-mail22d ago

Euro Area Firms Embrace AI, But Deep Adoption Remains Limited

A new European Central Bank (ECB) study reveals that approximately 70 percent of Euro area firms rapidly expanded their use of artificial intelligence in 2025, reporting some level of adoption. However, the study, based on surveys conducted in June and December 2025, also indicates that deep integration of AI remains limited.

ECB unveils accessibility features for digital euro app
Businesscyprus-mail23d ago

ECB unveils accessibility features for digital euro app

The European Central Bank (ECB) announced the planned accessibility features for its digital euro app, stating that the platform will surpass European Union accessibility standards. Pilot testing for the app is scheduled to begin in 2027.

European Mortgage Demand Plummets as Banks Tighten Conditions
Businessel-mundo28d ago

European Mortgage Demand Plummets as Banks Tighten Conditions

The European Central Bank reports a significant drop in mortgage demand across the Eurozone, with one of the most housing crisis-affected countries seeing demand plummet by double the Eurozone average, as banks impose tougher conditions and reject more applications.

Digital Euro Takes Shape with ECB Practical Test
Businessdigi2428d ago

Digital Euro Takes Shape with ECB Practical Test

The digital euro is progressing as the European Central Bank (ECB) has selected 36 companies for a large-scale practical test in 2027, a significant step that could transform payment methods across Europe.

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs Featuring Beethoven, Callas
Worldiefimeridanewsbeast1mo ago2 sources

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs Featuring Beethoven, Callas

The European Central Bank (ECB) has revealed new design themes for future euro banknotes, which will feature prominent European figures like Ludwig van Beethoven and Maria Callas, alongside European nature motifs. The public is invited to vote on their preferred designs.

ECB Expected to Maintain Key Interest Rates
Businessyle-uutisetobservador1mo ago2 sources

ECB Expected to Maintain Key Interest Rates

The European Central Bank (ECB) is widely expected to keep its key interest rates unchanged, postponing any potential rate hikes. This decision reflects the current economic outlook and monetary policy strategy.

Euro Area Businesses Report Higher Borrowing Costs
Businesscyprus-mail1mo ago

Euro Area Businesses Report Higher Borrowing Costs

According to the European Central Bank (ECB), euro area companies experienced tighter lending conditions and increased borrowing costs during the second quarter of 2026. Financing needs also edged higher, while inflation expectations remained largely stable.

Christine Lagarde Considers Early ECB Exit for Role in French Politics
Politicsbloombergcnbcla-repubblica+4die-presseel-mundoiefimeridanaftemporiki1mo ago7 sources

Christine Lagarde Considers Early ECB Exit for Role in French Politics

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has indicated she would not rule out an early departure from her post to play a role in French presidential politics. She stated that while not currently a candidate, she is open to the possibility of leaving the ECB before her term ends in 2027.

ECB Chief Lagarde Urges Europe to Adapt Growth Model
Worldcdm-memkd-mk5d ago2 sources

ECB Chief Lagarde Urges Europe to Adapt Growth Model

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde has urged Europe to adapt its growth model to new circumstances. She emphasized the need for the EU to choose a new growth paradigm to address current economic challenges.

Eurozone Inflation Nears 3%, Pressuring European Central Bank
Worldla-vanguardia6d ago

Eurozone Inflation Nears 3%, Pressuring European Central Bank

Inflation in the Eurozone has rebounded to nearly 3%, putting increased pressure on the European Central Bank. ECB President Lagarde also warned that China is now a direct competitor in 40% of sectors where the EU previously held a comparative advantage.

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs for Public Vote
Businesslsm-lvde-volkskrantcyprus-mail21d ago3 sources

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs for Public Vote

The European Central Bank (ECB) has unveiled design proposals for new euro banknotes, inviting the public to vote on the final designs. The new series aims to feature themes that resonate with Europeans, with birds being a prominent motif in some proposals.

ECB Selects 36 Banks for Digital Euro Pilot Phase
TechnologyFTtagesschaudie-presse+8el-mundopublicodelfi-ltYahooaktuality-skhotnewscyprus-mailchannel-news-asia1mo ago11 sources

ECB Selects 36 Banks for Digital Euro Pilot Phase

The European Central Bank (ECB) has selected 36 payment service providers, including major banks from Portugal, Cyprus, and Lithuania, to participate in the pilot phase for the digital euro. This test phase is expected to begin in the summer of 2027, initially involving central bank employees.

ECB Considers Reducing Interest Payments to Banks
Worldder-standard1mo ago

ECB Considers Reducing Interest Payments to Banks

The European Central Bank is exploring methods to curb the nearly 49 billion euros in annual interest income that European banks receive from the ECB's recently increased deposit rate of 2.25 percent.

ECB President Lagarde Warns Europe's Old Growth Model is 'Eroding'
Businesscnbcindex-hrcyprus-mail5d ago3 sources

ECB President Lagarde Warns Europe's Old Growth Model is 'Eroding'

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has cautioned that Europe's traditional growth model is 'eroding' and that the continent must choose a new path. She also noted that the U.S. retreat from the global order is diminishing European competitiveness.

BCE warns of AI bubble risk to European savings
Businessla-repubblica7d ago

BCE warns of AI bubble risk to European savings

Five economists from the European Central Bank (BCE) have issued a warning about an impending downturn in Big Tech stocks, noting that European households are exposed to 440 billion euros, often without full awareness.

ECB Study Finds Job Transitions Drive Worker Earnings Risk
Businesscyprus-mail8d ago

ECB Study Finds Job Transitions Drive Worker Earnings Risk

A European Central Bank working paper indicates that workers' earnings uncertainty is primarily driven by job changes rather than persistent individual productivity shocks. The study offers new insights into income risks during employment transitions.

European Central Bank Warns Against Decline of Cash Payments
Businessdanascdm-me11d ago2 sources

European Central Bank Warns Against Decline of Cash Payments

The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued a warning about the trend of discouraging cash payments, stating that the non-acceptance of cash is not a positive development. The ECB emphasizes the importance of maintaining access to physical currency.

ECB: AI Investments Mitigate Eurozone Uncertainty
Technologynaftemporiki19d ago

ECB: AI Investments Mitigate Eurozone Uncertainty

The European Central Bank (ECB) indicates that a shift in business investments towards artificial intelligence is helping to reduce the negative impact of geopolitical uncertainty and trade frictions on Eurozone economic growth.

Worldeconomist28d ago

Euro Currency Undergoes Redesign

The European Central Bank is initiating a redesign of the euro banknotes, aiming to create paper money that better represents Europe.

ECB Invites Public to Vote on New Euro Banknote Designs
BusinessbloombergFThelsingin-sanomat+18ruvfazlsm-lvtvn24de-volkskrantel-mundodelfi-ltdelo+10 more1mo ago21 sources

ECB Invites Public to Vote on New Euro Banknote Designs

The European Central Bank (ECB) has launched a public survey, inviting citizens to vote on the new designs for future euro banknotes. This initiative aims to engage Europeans in the redesign process, with experts evaluating the proposed themes.

ECB Invites Public to Vote on New Euro Banknote Designs
Culturebloombergyle-uutisetnos+5faztelexindex-hrdnevnik-bgjutarnji-list1mo ago8 sources

ECB Invites Public to Vote on New Euro Banknote Designs

The European Central Bank is inviting the public to participate in choosing the new designs for euro banknotes, marking the first time in history that their appearance will be changed. Ten design options have been presented for consideration.

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs, Public Voting Open
BusinessbloombergFTdr-dk+44nzzyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomattagesschaufazberlingskeDW+36 more1mo ago47 sources

ECB Unveils New Euro Banknote Designs, Public Voting Open

The European Central Bank has revealed the shortlisted designs for the next series of euro banknotes, opening a public survey for Europeans to vote on their preferred themes until September 21. The proposed designs include themes such as 'European culture' and 'Rivers and birds', with some featuring famous Europeans like Beethoven or Marie Curie.

ECB to Hold Rates Steady Amid Iran War Concerns
Worldnaftemporiki1mo ago

ECB to Hold Rates Steady Amid Iran War Concerns

The European Central Bank's Governing Council is expected to maintain unchanged interest rates at its final meeting before the summer break, with economists closely watching the impact of the Iran conflict.

Christine Lagarde Denies French Presidential Candidacy
Businessiefimeridanaftemporikibalkan-web1mo ago3 sources

Christine Lagarde Denies French Presidential Candidacy

Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, has publicly stated that she will not be a candidate for the French presidency. She dismissed rumors regarding her potential candidacy for the 2027 elections.

MEPs Ready for Negotiations on Digital Euro
Businessmeta-mk1mo ago

MEPs Ready for Negotiations on Digital Euro

Members of the European Parliament are prepared to enter negotiations regarding the digital euro, a new electronic form of money issued by the European Central Bank, which would complement rather than replace cash.

ECB Warns European Banks Resilient But Risks Remain
Businessiefimerida1mo ago

ECB Warns European Banks Resilient But Risks Remain

The European Central Bank (ECB) has stated that European banks are resilient, but significant risks persist. Geopolitical tensions, next-generation cyber threats, and artificial intelligence are identified as key challenges requiring continuous vigilance.

ECB Warns of Gulf Supply Shocks to Euro Area Growth
Worldcyprus-mail1mo ago

ECB Warns of Gulf Supply Shocks to Euro Area Growth

The European Central Bank (ECB) has cautioned that disruptions to trade through the Strait of Hormuz could significantly impact the global economy, leading to supply shortages beyond just higher energy prices and potentially affecting euro area growth.

Eurozone Inflation Falls to 2.8%
Worldobservador1mo ago

Eurozone Inflation Falls to 2.8%

Inflation in the Eurozone decreased from 3.2% to 2.8% in June, providing positive news for the European Central Bank and potentially influencing future interest rate decisions.

Politicspublico1mo ago

ECB Forum Debates Europe's Lag in AI Race

A day of debates at the European Central Bank (ECB) Forum was almost entirely dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, discussing its risks and how Europe can overcome its lag behind the US and China in the AI race.

Euro Area Money Supply Growth Accelerates in May
Businesscyprus-mail1mo ago

Euro Area Money Supply Growth Accelerates in May

The annual growth rate of the broad monetary aggregate M3 in the euro area rose to 3.2 per cent in May 2026, up from 2.7 per cent in April, according to a report from the European Central Bank (ECB). This indicates a broader expansion in liquidity across the region.

Iceland to Join Eurosystem Instant Payment System
Businesscyprus-mail2mo ago

Iceland to Join Eurosystem Instant Payment System

The European Central Bank (ECB) and Iceland's central bank, Sedlabanki Islands, have signed an agreement for Iceland to join the Eurosystem’s TARGET Instant Payment Settlement system, facilitating cross-border payments.