Europe energy prices set to peak in Q2, says ECB vice-president

23rd March, 2026

Zak Jakubowski
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The European Central Bank (ECB) expects energy prices to peak in the second quarter of 2026 before declining sharply, according to vice-president Luis de Guindos, as policymakers assess the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

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