Austrian Central Bank Governor Suggests Possible ECB Rate Cut

Austrian central bank governor Martin Kocher suggests the ECB may consider a rate cut if euro gains affect inflation outlook. His statement was made in a recent interview.

Austrian central bank governor Martin Kocher has indicated that the European Central Bank (ECB) may need to contemplate another interest rate cut if further appreciation of the euro begins to impact banks' inflation outlook. Speaking to the Financial Times, Kocher remarked, "If the euro appreciates further and further, at some stage this might create of course a certain necessity to react in terms of monetary policy."
European Central Bank policymaker Martin Kocher holds his first press conference as head of the Austrian National Bank (OeNB), in Vienna, Austria, September 12, 2025. REUTERS/Lisa Leutner
European Central Bank policymaker Martin Kocher holds his first press conference as head of the Austrian National Bank (OeNB), in Vienna, Austria, September 12, 2025. REUTERS/Lisa Leutner
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