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ECB lifts borrowing costs amid energy shock

The European Central Bank raised interest rates on Thursday for the second time this year, as renewed Middle East fighting fans fears of higher inflation, and opened the door for further hikes.

  • ECB raises interest rates to 2.5% for second time this year
  • Rate hike due to Middle East conflicts and energy prices
  • ECB optimistic about eurozone economy's resilience

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