• ECB’s Schnabel: A June rate cut is likely

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24 May 2024

ECB’s Schnabel: A June rate cut is likely

Reuters reported comments delivered by European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Isabel Schnabel during an interview conducted on May 16.

Key quotes

A June rate cut is likely.

The decision won't be made until the day the Governing Council meets.

If data gives us confidence that price target can be met sustainably, a June rate cut will be likely.

Some elements of inflation are proving persistent, services in particular.

Would caution against moving too quickly on rate cuts.

Market reaction

EUR/USD is holding the rebound near 1.0830, despite the dovish comments. The pair is up 0.17% on the day.

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