Lagarde Sees Signs of Moderate Increase in Inflation

The video discusses the impact of geopolitical factors, protectionism, and emerging market vulnerabilities on the global economy. It highlights the Euro area's inflation trends, noting a rise in HICP inflation due to higher energy prices. The video also examines inflation expectations, labor market pressures, and the delayed impact of growth momentum on inflation. Finally, it provides a medium-term outlook on inflation, supported by monetary policy, economic expansion, and wage growth.

What geopolitical factors are influencing the economic landscape?

How has the Euro area annual HICP inflation changed from November to December 2019?

What are the expectations for inflation in the coming months based on current futures prices for oil?

What factors are contributing to the moderate increase in underlying inflation?

How is the ongoing economic expansion and solid wage growth expected to affect inflation?