Economics

ECB May Rethink Stimulus Exit If Outlook Worsens, Lane Says

  • Lane says bond-buying still set to conclude in third quarter
  • Policy makers face ‘opposing forces,’ ECB chief economist says

Philip Lane

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The European Central Bank would need to reassess its timetable for withdrawing stimulus if the souring economic outlook weighs on the prospects for consumer prices, according to Chief Economist Philip Lane.