Lagarde defends rate hike, signals data-dependent policy path
ECB President Christine Lagarde defended the recent interest rate hike in a July 2 interview with Les Échos.
Central Bank of Ireland Governor Gabriel Makhlouf launched a €2 commemorative coin to mark Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Arthur Yuen, Deputy Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, highlighted the transformative impact of quantum computing on the banking industry.
Sebastiano Laviola, Head of Anti-Money Laundering Supervision and Regulation Unit at Banca d'Italia, discussed the new European AML/CFT regulatory framework.
Central Bank of Ireland Governor Gabriel Makhlouf emphasized the need for clear mandates and credible fiscal commitment to ensure monetary policy effectiveness in the euro area.
ECB President Christine Lagarde defended the recent interest rate hike in a July 2 interview with Les Échos.
ECB Executive Board member Piero Cipollone outlined the central bank's comprehensive strategy for the digital transformation of money, payments, and finance.
Bank of England policymaker Catherine L. Mann indicated a shift towards a longer hold on interest rates, citing persistent inflation risks despite mixed economic signals.
BIS Deputy General Manager Andréa M Maechler emphasized the critical role of trust in money amidst digital innovations like tokenisation.
Eddie Yue, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, outlined a comprehensive four-pronged strategy to combat financial fraud.
Frank Elderson, Member of the ECB's Executive Board, highlighted how the green transition is crucial for mitigating inflation volatility and economic uncertainty.
Banca d'Italia Governor Fabio Panetta opened a conference on July 2, 2026, emphasizing artificial intelligence and finance as crucial levers for Italy's and Europe's growth.