ECB's Lane: inflation is low around the world – BBG TV

Haresh Menghani FXStreet

Here are some of the key highlights from the ECB Governing Council member Philip Lane's Bloomberg TV interview on Tuesday:

Key quotes:

• Interest rate policy is just one of many tools.
• ECB has a wide range of tools at its disposal.
• Gears have shifted on signaling after last week.
• There is a mixed picture in the global economy.
• Trade dimension is a risk factor.
• World economy prospects are balanced.
• But need to keep a close eye on the trade issue.

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Haresh Menghani

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