Eurozone Inflation Spikes, ECB in Tough Spot
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Eurozone inflation surged to 2.5% in March, driven by soaring energy costs due to the war in Ukraine. Energy prices skyrocketed, with oil over $110 a barrel and gas up 80% this year. While core inflation dipped, not all countries are affected equally. The ECB is grappling with rate hikes, as markets anticipate a hike later this year. Experts advise against hikes until headline inflation tops 4% or core hits 3%. The energy impact hasnt spread widely yet, offering doves some respite for April, but high oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz blockage could force the ECB to act soon to prevent inflation from spiraling out of control.
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