{
  "id": 6179760,
  "title": "ECB set to raise rates again as inflation surges",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/ecb-set-to-raise-rates-again-as-inflation-surges",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-07T21:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Qatar Tribune Business",
    "slug": "qatar-tribune-business",
    "url": "https://www.qatar-tribune.com/article/252593/business/ecb-set-to-raise-rates-again-as-inflation-surges"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The European Central Bank is poised to increase interest rates for a second time this year amid surging inflation, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The bloc's 21-nation economy relies heavily on imported energy, making it particularly vulnerable to supply disruptions. In August, inflation in the eurozone peaked at 3.3 percent, surpassing the ECB's two-percent objective. Energy prices have skyrocketed due to clashes between Iran and the US, casting doubt on the likelihood of a return to normal oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. ECB policymakers are now expected to raise the benchmark rate from 2.25 percent to 2.5 percent during their meeting Thursday, according to Capital Economics chief Europe economist Andrew Kenningham. This follows a June rate hike, which was followed by a pause in July to assess the conflict's impact. Despite the economy showing resilience with faster-than-expected growth in the second quarter, inflation remains a concern. Some economists argue that another rate hike would be counterproductive, as it may not effectively address the supply-side issues driving inflation. ECB President Christine Lagarde is expected to provide limited insights into future policy decisions at her press conference following the rate announcement, emphasizing that subsequent moves will be data-driven.",
  "summary": "AgenciesThe European Central Bank is expected to raise interest rates again this week as renewed fighting in the Middle East pushes up energy costs and risks further stoking inflat...",
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}