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<p>The importance of the rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) is crucial in the current climate, where the European economy wavers under the pressures of inflation and uncertain growth. However, satisfying investors proves to be a real puzzle for the ECB, which must navigate between the political turmoil in the United Kingdom and the upcoming US elections. Let’s dive into the heart of this complex financial situation where every decision is scrutinized with feverish attention.</p> 
<h2 id="h-the-financial-dilemmas-of-the-ecb-in-the-face-of-political-turmoil">The financial dilemmas of the ECB in the face of political turmoil</h2> 
<p>The recent election in the United Kingdom has thrown a wrench into the European Central Bank’s plans for interest rate cuts. <strong>Political chaos is now a key factor</strong> that the pro-CBDC ECB must take into account as it strives to bring inflation back to its 2% target.</p>
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<p>According to <a href="https://www.cryptopolitan.com/uk-us-elections-affect-ecb-rate-cut-plans/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a Bloomberg survey</a>, analysts predict that <strong>the ECB will adopt a cautious approach</strong> in the face of these new risks. After the <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/bitcoin-european-central-bank-ecb-reopens-the-floodgates/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">0.25% cut in June</a>, forecasts indicate a pause in cuts at next week’s meeting.</p> 
<p>The expectation is that <strong>cuts will resume in September</strong>, with a quarterly frequency until the deposit rate reaches 2.5% next year.</p> 
<p><strong>Inflation</strong> remains a pressing problem for the eurozone, and the recovery from economic stagnation is still fragile.</p> 
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<p>Elections, particularly in the United States, are pushing investors to reassess their strategies. <strong>The November presidential election poses the greatest threat to the eurozone economy.</strong></p> 
<p>A new term for Donald Trump could disrupt global economic policies, but the continuation of Joe Biden’s policies could also have unforeseen consequences on finance.</p> 
<p>Similarly, <strong>political instability in France</strong> rekindles fears of the sovereign debt crisis from a decade ago.</p> 
<p>In the face of this uncertainty, ECB’s Christine Lagarde claims she will not make firm commitments on future rate cuts. She will decide based on the data received.</p> 
<p>David Powell, a senior eurozone economist at Bloomberg, said:</p>
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<p>« <em>The next meeting on July 18 will be closely watched by investors to refine their expectations for the timing of the next rate cut, even though the ECB is almost certain to leave rates unchanged this month. Lagarde will likely hint at another move in September without overcommitting.</em> »</p> 
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<h2 id="h-european-economy-between-fragile-growth-and-soaring-inflation">European Economy: Between Fragile Growth and Soaring Inflation</h2> 
<p>Concerns about economic growth are also present. Many financial experts fear <strong>growth will be weaker and inflation stronger</strong> than what the ECB had forecasted in June.</p> 
<p>The rising costs of services, driven by significant wage increases, remain a major concern. These factors indicate that <strong>next week’s meeting</strong> will likely be full of suspense, with particular attention to whether the ECB will again attempt to cut rates in September.</p> 
<p>Some believe that the potential reduction in borrowing costs by the US Federal Reserve could force the anti-bitcoin ECB to act a bit more quickly.</p>  
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<p>Despite forecasts of pauses and resumptions of rate cuts, only one of the 29 finance experts surveyed by Bloomberg expects changes in the ECB’s quantitative tightening plans. Two think that <strong>the ECB could redirect remaining reinvestments towards France</strong>, while only one expects the quantitative easing program to be activated in the next three months.</p> 
<p>Political volatility and economic uncertainties compel the ECB to walk a tightrope, balancing investor expectations and shifting economic realities.</p> 
<p>As a wise person once said: « <em>When the economy stumbles, even the most cautious steps can seem like bold leaps.</em> »</p> 
<p>In the face of legislative chaos and uncertain finance for 2025, <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/legislative-chaos-and-2025-budget-the-ecb-on-alert/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the ECB remains on alert</a>. The European economic landscape demands caution and flexibility at every turn.</p>

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