Stournaras: Savings Union to boost Europe's investment, resilience
Yannis Stournaras, Governor of the Bank of Greece, emphasized the critical role of the Savings and Investments Union (SIU) in strengthening the European economy.
Deputy Governor Colm Kincaid highlighted the critical role of financial intermediaries in meeting evolving consumer needs and navigating digital risks.
Bank of Spain Governor José Luis Escrivá emphasized the critical role of completing the Banking Union and advancing the digital euro to boost European competitiveness.
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino announced the central bank raised its policy interest rate to around 1.0 percent.
Central Bank of Eswatini Governor Phil Mnisi updated media on global and domestic economic developments, confirming the discount rate remains at 6.75 percent.
Yannis Stournaras, Governor of the Bank of Greece, emphasized the critical role of the Savings and Investments Union (SIU) in strengthening the European economy.
Deutsche Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel urged immediate action to boost the German economy.
Olaf Sleijpen, President of De Nederlandsche Bank, urged Europe to accelerate its journey towards a Savings and Investment Union.
Colm Kincaid, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, outlined the regulator's role in advancing financial literacy.
Central Bank of Chile Governor Rosanna Costa presented the Financial Stability Report for the first half of 2026.
Þórarinn G. Pétursson, Deputy Governor of Monetary Policy, explained how Iceland's krona transformed from amplifying economic shocks to absorbing them.
Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, expressed cautious optimism regarding inflation despite recent encouraging news.