
ECB Cuts by 25 Basis Points: Lagarde Turns Cautious, Nagel Signals Quiet Dissent
The ECB cuts its deposit rate to 1.75 percent. Lagarde keeps July open, Nagel urges patience, Bunds rally eight basis points — and the summer becomes a test of nerves.
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Monetary policy, business cycle, sector analyses and background reporting on the Austrian and German economy.

The ECB cuts its deposit rate to 1.75 percent. Lagarde keeps July open, Nagel urges patience, Bunds rally eight basis points — and the summer becomes a test of nerves.

The Austrian Financial Market Authority issued more fines in 2025 than in any year since its inception. A detailed read — with BaFin benchmarks and implications for the DACH fintech scene.

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