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Why the European Central Bank is likely to raise interest rates today for the first time in three years

Why the European Central Bank is likely to raise interest rates today for the first time in three years

The European Central Bank is expected to raise interest rates for the first time in three years this Thursday to combat rising inflation. This decision aims to stabilize prices and may offer better returns for savers.

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