ECB raises the deposit rate a second time in 2026 to 2.75% by December 31, 2026 (following the expected September hike to 2.50%)
Pending
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Published on 20. July 2026
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Predicted for 31. December 2026
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Based on: Speculative
The ECB is in a rate-hiking cycle in 2026: on June 11, 2026, the deposit rate was raised to 2.25% (expected to hold at 2.25% on July 23). An existing prediction anticipates a further hike to 2.50% on September 10. This forecast goes one step further, anticipating a third hike in 2026 (October or December) to 2.75%. Drivers: persistently elevated energy prices from Middle East conflicts (Brent at ~$88/barrel mid-July), core inflation above 2% with sticky wage dynamics. No Polymarket odds found for a third ECB step. Counter-argument: BoE pausing at 3.75%, growth slowdown, ECB traditionally more cautious. Contrarian, low-probability outlook.
Data basis for this prediction
- ECB Pressemitteilung (ecb.mp260611): Einlagensatz auf 2,25% ab 11. Juni 2026
- BoE-Analyse/HomeOwners Alliance: Energieschock Naher Osten treibt Inflation in UK & Eurozone (Juli 2026)
- Forbes Advisor/ICE: Brent Crude ca. 88 USD/Barrel (Stand 17. Juli 2026)
- ECB Sitzungskalender 2026: Nächste Meetings nach September – Oktober & Dezember (ecb.europa.eu)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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