Central Banks

ECB Tightening Should Be ‘Step by Step,’ Chief Economist Says

  • Lane says doesn’t make sense to adjust rates all in one go
  • Europe in better shape than in 2008 to handle weak economy
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The European Central Bank should raise interest rates step by step so households and businesses can adjust, Chief Economist Philip Lane said.