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Germany's Producer Prices See a 0.8% Rise in December: A Closer Look at the Numbers

German producer prices increased by 0.8% in December, marking the second consecutive annual rise since June 2023. Capital goods and machinery costs saw significant increases, while...

December Sees French Inflation Steady at 1.3%, Driven by Tobacco and Energy Costs

France's inflation rate remained unchanged at 1.3% in December, with tobacco and energy prices being the main contributors. The outlook suggests a slight increase in consumer price...

Germany's Producer Prices Experience First Annual Increase in Over a Year

Germany's producer prices grew by 0.1% in November, the first annual increase since June 2023, according to Destatis. The index rose 0.5% month-over-month, with notable rises in ca...

ECB's Lane: Europe's Disinflation Journey on Target Despite Risks

ECB Executive Board Member Philip R. Lane reports that Europe's disinflation process is progressing well towards the 2% target by 2026, despite potential risks from geopolitical te...