2026-06-29
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Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel stated that euro area inflation is likely to remain significantly above target levels in the current year due to persistent geopolitical tensions affecting energy prices. He emphasized the need for cautious, data-dependent monetary policy decisions while highlighting the importance of strengthening European capital markets and implementing structural reforms. Nagel also welcomed recent German pension system improvements and expressed optimism regarding the industrial sector's adaptability to disruptive technologies like AI.