EconomyEuro zone inflation rises above 3%, cementing ECB rate hike bets

Euro zone inflation climbed back above 3% in August as energy costs increased, strengthening the case for another European Central Bank rate hike this month. The Iran war continues to push prices higher.

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RReuters★★★★☆2026-09-01 11:10Original

Euro zone inflation rises above 3%, cementing ECB rate hike bets

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