The European Central Bank decided to keep the interest rate unchanged.

European Central Bank (ECB) Announces Interest Rate Decision

The European Central Bank has announced its decision to keep the interest rate at 2%. This decision was made in line with market expectations, and the policy interest rate remains at 2.15% while the overnight lending rate stays at 2.40%.

Analysts' Expectations

Analysts participating in a Bloomberg survey expected that interest rates would remain unchanged. This situation is seen as a sign of stability for investors.

Decrease in Deposit Rate

On the other hand, the ECB has reduced the deposit rate by a total of 8 times by 25 basis points each, from 4% to 2% between May 2024 and June 2025. This development is considered a significant step that will affect the economic situation in the European region.