What can the European Central Bank actually do about soaring inflation?

Apr 14, 2022

What can the European Central Bank actually do about soaring inflation?

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From the BBC World Service: While inflation in Eurozone countries reached a record annual high of 7.5% in March, economists don't expect an interest rate increase from the ECB. We hear why. And, new checks at the U.S.-Mexico border are causing outrage and long delays for truckers.

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