The European Central Bank (ECB) has kept its key deposit rate at 2% for the fourth consecutive meeting, with forecasts for eurozone growth improving to 1.4% in 2025. Despite challenges in manufacturing, the labor market remains strong, and investment in AI is rising. Analysts speculate about a potential rate hike in 2026 due to inflationary risks, while ECB officials express differing views on inflation outlook. The ECB's decision follows similar moves by the Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)