Mario Draghi’s speech Live Coverage – ECB Press Conference today

The ECB will hold its monthly meeting at 1145GMT, with market consensus expecting the Governing Council to leave the benchmark rate unchanged at -0.50%.

Following the interest rate decision, President Mario Draghi will give his usual press conference at 1230GMT. Prior surveys point to a somewhat hawkish tone from Draghi, with emphasis on the upbeat recovery in the euro bloc despite inflation pressures in the region remain subdued.

About Draghi's press conference

Following the ECB´s economic policy decision, the ECB President gives a press conference regarding monetary policy. His comments may influence the volatility of EUR and determine a short-term positive or negative trend. His hawkish view is considered as positive, or bullish for the EUR, whereas his dovish view is considered as negative, or bearish.

Key Notes

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