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Lagarde speech: Debated at length a hike

FXStreetApr 30, 2026 1:07 PM
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Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to leave key rates unchanged at the April policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.

Key takeaways

"Worsening of global market sentiment could further dampen demand."

"Risks to inflation are tilted to the upside."

"Not going to say whether we're closer to any particular scenario."

"We are certainly moving away from baseline."

"To where exactly? I'm not sure is the most relevant assessment."

"Most critical is what impact energy prices will have."

"Made an informed decision of yet insufficient info."

"Debated at length various options."

"Decision was unanimous."

"Debated at length a hike."

"Some governors may argue both sides of proposals."

"Hard data is broadly in line with projections."

"There is such uncertainty, we need to revisit all issues at next meeting."

"Given position we're at, six weeks will be the right time to assess developments."

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