ECB sources say that while a rate hike may be delayed, it remains on the agenda. The rapid decline in oil prices has eased pressure on the central bank to raise rates in July; a September hike is now more likely.

2026-06-30

ECB sources say that while a rate hike may be delayed, it remains on the agenda. The rapid decline in oil prices has eased pressure on the central bank to raise rates in July; a September hike is now more likely.

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2026-06-30

June 30 — China Coast Guard conducted law-enforcement patrols in the territorial sea and adjacent waters of Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal). Since early June it has stepped up patrols, taken law-enforcement actions under applicable regulations ag

2026-06-30

China non-manufacturing business activity index 50.2 in June, up 0.1 percentage point from May, signaling a modest rebound. Services business activity index rose to 50.4, up 0.1 ppt; telecom/broadcast & satellite transmission, internet software & IT