
MNI's key exclusive stories for this week:
MNI SOURCES: Cheaper Oil Gives ECB Room Before Next Hike Steeper-than-expected falls in oil prices are boosting the chances the European Central Bank will be able to avoid rushing into another rate increase, Eurosystem sources tell MNI.
MNI INTERVIEW: September Hike Not Guaranteed - ECB's Demarco There is no reason for the ECB to rush into any further interest rate increase, Bank of Malta Governor Alexander Demarco tells MNI, adding that a hike in September is not guaranteed.
MNI INTERVIEW: Fed Hike Plausible As Early As July - George The Fed should consider raising rates as early as July, because inflation is too far above target and showing little sign of abating, former Kansas City Fed President Esther George tells MNI.