Negotiated wages in the eurozone saw a slight cooling trend in the fourth quarter, offering a positive signal for European Central Bank policymakers as inflationary pressures start to alleviate. Decrease in Wage Growth In the period from October to December, negotiated wages rose by 4.5% compared to a 4.7% increase in the previous quarter, according to data unveiled by the … [Read more...] about Eurozone Negotiated Wage Cooling
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Inflation in Germany Rises Less Than Expected
Inflation in Germany rose less than expected in December, fueling hopes that the European Central Bank (ECB) may reduce interest rates this year. According to Germany's federal statistics office, annual headline inflation, adjusted to harmonize with other EU nations, climbed to 3.8% last month from November's 2.3%. However, experts attribute this jump to base effects related to … [Read more...] about Inflation in Germany Rises Less Than Expected
