ECB Holds Bond Buying Steady, Watching Inflation

The transcript discusses the European Central Bank's (ECB) monetary policy, highlighting unchanged interest rates and lending facilities. It details the ECB's asset purchase plan, which will decrease from €80 billion to €60 billion monthly starting April. The ECB aims to maintain quantitative easing until inflation aligns with its goals, with potential adjustments if economic conditions worsen. The transcript also covers market reactions, inflation trends, and challenges within the Eurozone, particularly concerning energy prices and regional inflation disparities. The ECB's strategic responses and future policy considerations are also discussed.

What factors does Mario Draghi attribute the inflation increase to during the press conference?

What is the ECB's plan regarding the rate of purchases after March?