Inflation is expected to fall below 2% during 2013

The basic rate of monetary growth remains subdued

Inflation rates have decreased in recent years, as expected

The weakness of the euro zone economy is expected to continue in the coming year

Balance correction, stable uncertainty will put pressure on economic activity

The growth in global demand, the soft policy of the ECB will support economic growth

Governments need to reduce the budget, structural imbalances

We will continue the implementation of direct monetary operations (MRO), as is necessary

MRO will be carried out at least until July 9, 2013

Weak economic activity is expected to continue into next year

Financial market confidence was strengthened

Stronger external demand should support export growth

ECB experts expect that GDP growth in 2012 will be between -0.6% and -0.4%