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ECB cuts rates as expected, says well on track to tame inflation

The ECB cut interest rates for the third time in 2023 amid weak growth and easing inflation, while future policy moves remain uncertain.

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Factbox-What to expect in 2024: Forecasts for GDP, inflation and other assets

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 50bps, projecting future reductions while banks forecast economic growth and inflation rates for 2024 across key global markets.

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ECB lowers rates and eyes more cuts as economy sags

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ECB could have curbed inflation with earlier rate hikes, DIW says

A study critiques the ECB's slow response to inflation, suggesting that earlier interest rate hikes could have mitigated inflation's rise after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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Factbox-What to expect in 2024: Forecasts for GDP, inflation and other assets

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Going all out? Five questions for the ECB

The ECB is expected to cut interest rates amid worsening economic conditions, leading to discussions on potential future cuts and the impacts of inflation and geopolitical risks.

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U.S. stocks lower at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.14%

U.S. stocks fell on Thursday, with key indices declining. Boeing and Gritstone saw significant losses, while commodities and some individual stocks performed well.

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Portugal stocks lower at close of trade; PSI down 0.28%

Portugal stocks fell 0.28% due to losses in Utilities, Consumer Services, and Technology sectors, while commodities like Brent oil and gold saw increases.

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Netherlands stocks lower at close of trade; AEX down 0.48%

Netherlands stocks fell 0.48%, led by losses in technology and consumer sectors, with notable declines in ASM International and gains in NN Group among top performers.

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Italy stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com Italy 40 up 0.41%

Italy's stock market showed gains, with notable increases in Financials and Oil & Gas sectors. Bper Banca and Unipol reached 5-year highs while commodities like oil also rose.