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Economic Bulletin Summary (Issue 5 / 2015)

Core Content

This document provides an overview of the economic and monetary developments in the euro area and globally during the second quarter of 2015. It outlines the current state of growth, inflation, financial markets, and monetary policy, while also discussing the implications of these developments for the future.

Main Points

Global Economic Outlook

Global Growth: After a slowdown in early 2015, the global economy is expected to resume a modest recovery path, with varying performance across regions.
United States: Signs of a rebound in economic activity, with real GDP growth picking up in the second quarter.
United Kingdom: Economic growth slowed at the start of 2015 but is expected to rebound in the second quarter.
Japan: A strong start to the year was followed by a softening growth outlook, with inflation remaining low.
China: Economic expansion rebounded in the second quarter, but equity market corrections have increased uncertainty.
Emerging Market Economies (EMEs): Growth has slowed due to both cyclical and structural factors, affecting global trade momentum.

Euro Area Economic Activity

Real GDP Growth: The euro area's real GDP growth in Q1 2015 was confirmed at 0.4% quarter-on-quarter.
Domestic Demand: Private consumption and investment are now contributing to growth, supported by ECB monetary policy and fiscal reforms.
Trade: Net trade contributed negatively to growth due to stronger import growth than export growth.
Industrial Production: Industrial production excluding construction declined in May, but construction production increased slightly.
Labour Market: Employment increased by 0.1% quarter-on-quarter, with the unemployment rate declining to 11.1% in May 2015.

Inflation Trends

Euro Area Inflation: HICP inflation in the euro area decreased slightly to 0.2% in June, from 0.3% in May.
Underlying Inflation: Inflation excluding energy and food remained low but showed some signs of stabilization.
Future Outlook: Inflation is expected to remain low in the short term, rising only towards the end of the year due to base effects. It is anticipated to increase further in 2016 and 2017, supported by the economic recovery and the euro's depreciation.

Financial Developments

Bond Yields: Euro area long-term government bond yields remained broadly unchanged, with some fluctuations due to market concerns over Greece.
EONIA Rates: EONIA forward rates increased for longer maturities, while short-term rates decreased, leading to a steepening of the yield curve.
Stock Markets: Euro area stock markets showed a broad-based rise in June, but experienced significant declines in late June and early July due to uncertainty surrounding the Greek referendum.
Exchange Rate: The euro weakened in effective terms, especially against the US dollar and emerging market currencies, due to heightened uncertainty.

Monetary Policy

ECB Actions: The ECB kept key interest rates unchanged at its meeting on 16 July 2015.
Asset Purchase Programmes: These continued smoothly, contributing to increased liquidity in the system.
TLTRO: The fourth TLTRO allotment of €74 billion helped increase excess liquidity.
Forward Guidance: The ECB reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a steady monetary policy course to achieve price stability.

Key Information

Growth Drivers: Domestic demand, particularly private consumption and investment, is expected to support the euro area's economic recovery.
Inflation Factors: Low oil prices and the weaker euro are contributing to low inflation, while the depreciation of the euro may provide a more solid foundation for inflation in the medium term.
Market Volatility: Financial markets have been volatile due to uncertainty related to Greece and the ECB's monetary policy.
Structural Reforms: Progress in fiscal consolidation and structural reforms is expected to support economic recovery and inflation.
Uncertainty: Despite some positive indicators, uncertainty remains, particularly in China and EMEs, due to financial market volatility and economic slowdowns.

Boxes Summary

Why has growth in emerging market economies slowed?
- EME growth has slowed due to both cyclical and structural factors, affecting global trade and economic momentum.
Does consumer confidence predict private consumption?
- Consumer confidence has stabilized and remains above its long-term average, suggesting potential growth in private consumption.
Recent developments in extra-euro area trade: the role of emerging market economies
- EMEs are a key component of global trade, and their slowdown has affected the global economic outlook.
Has underlying inflation reached a turning point?
- There is uncertainty whether the slight increase in underlying inflation signals a turning point, as it may still be influenced by temporary factors.
The impact of negative short-term rates on the money market fund industry
- Negative short-term rates have affected the money market fund industry, with some countries experiencing yield curve steepening and increased liquidity.

Charts and Data Highlights

Chart 1: Global composite output PMI dipped slightly in June, reflecting a slowdown in EMEs.
Chart 2: World merchandise import growth declined in April, with EMEs contributing to the weak momentum.
Chart 3: Euro area long-term government bond yields declined in mid-July, but remained above historical lows.
Chart 4: EONIA forward rates increased, with the euro depreciating against major currencies.
Chart 5: Composite PMI and ESI improved in the second quarter, indicating continued economic expansion.
Chart 6: Employment increased, and the unemployment rate declined further.
Chart 7: HICP inflation excluding energy and food decreased marginally in June.
Chart 8: Inflation expectations, as measured by swap rates, initially rose but then declined.
Chart 9: M3 growth remained robust, driven by M1 dynamics and low interest rates.