ECB Poised for June Rate Cut to Stay Ahead of Inflation Curve

According to Bank of France Governor Villeroy, speaking to CNBC, the European Central Bank (ECB) should consider cutting interest rates in June, provided there are no major surprises. This statement aligns with recent signals from the ECB suggesting readiness for a rate cut due to a more confident outlook on the disinflationary trajectory in the euro area. Despite maintaining interest rates at record highs during its last five meetings, the ECB has indicated that diminishing inflation pressures might soon warrant a reduction in rates.