EMU inflation data for April:
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Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices YoY: 7.0% versus 6.9% expected and 6.9% previously
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Core Harmonised Index of Consumer PricesYoY: 5.6% versus 5.6% expected and 5.7% previously
Eurozone inflation is still high and above ECB target. This puts the ECB in a difficult position regarding tightening cycle. Today's PMI data showed that most EU economies are currently in contraction (PMI less than 50).
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