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ECB warns of stronger euro impact, holds ratesNorman CloeteFri, 02/06/2026 - 06:00 BRUSSELS - The European Central Bank warned a stronger euro could push inflation down too far after recent gains in the single currency, but sought to downplay any immediate threat to the eurozone economy.As expected, the central bank for the 21-nation single-currency area kept its benchmark interest rate on hold at two percent, where it has been since June last year.ECB President Christine Lagarde stressed the eurozone economy, which has been picking up speed recently, remained "resilient" and officials were confident inflation would settle around the central bank's two-percent target.But much attention at her press conference focused on the recent gains of the euro, which jumped above the $1.20 threshold last week as the dollar weakened on renewed worries about US economic policy under President Donald Trump. Combined with news that inflation had dropped below the ECB's target in January, speculation had mounted that the central bank might start mulling if and when to cut rates.Lagarde made a nod to these concerns, warning that "a stronger euro could bring inflation down beyond current expectations", and noted the issue had been discussed by ECB officials at Thursday's meeting.A stronger currency makes imports cheaper, which tends to push inflation down, potentially leading consumers to delay purchases, with negative ripple effects across the economy.A strong euro can also weigh on the eurozone's crucial exporters, particularly Germany, as it makes the cost of companies' goods pricier overseas.But despite the gains last week, Lagarde pointed out that the euro had been steadily strengthening against the dollar since shortly after Trump took power last year.And the current exchange rate was "very much in line with the overall average" since the euro was introduced, she stressed.She also reiterated that the ECB feels it is in a "good place" -- phrasing which has been taken to mean the central bank is happy with the current level of rates.The euro was barely changed against the dollar after Thursday's meeting at $1.18.
Gold and silver prices in India dipped sharply after a global correction, with MCX gold futures at Rs 1,50,147 and silver at Rs 2,31,500. COMEX silver fell over 20 percent.
The silver price in India remained broadly steady on Friday, February 6, with the white metal trading at the INR 2,99,000 per kilogram mark in most major centres. Check the silver rate today in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Pune, Kerala and Vadodara.
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Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, began Friday trading with slight declines. This marks a second consecutive session of losses for the benchmark indices. Investors are adopting a cautious stance. This is due to the upcoming Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee policy announcement later today. Global market sentiment also appears subdued.
Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, began Friday trading with slight declines. This marks a second consecutive session of losses for the benchmark indices. Investors are adopting a cautious stance. This is due to the upcoming Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee policy announcement later today. Global market sentiment also appears subdued.
In the international market, Comex silver futures for March delivery gained $6.73, or 8.08%, to $90.03 per ounce, while gold for the April contract climbed $169.5, or 3.43%, to $5,104.5 per ounce
Gold, silver rate today LIVE updates: MCX gold opened today at ₹1,51,948 per 10 grams, down ₹1,098 or 0.71% compared with the previous close of ₹1,53,046. The weaker opening comes amid pressure in global bullion markets and a firm US dollar, which reduced safe-haven demand in early trade.
Vijayakumar said a positive market trigger in the form of an MPC rate cut is unlikely today because the MPC is expected to keep rates unchanged.