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The tariffs imposed by the US on the EU have also brought about the first effects. As a direct consequence, the European Central Bank lowered its key interest rates to 2.25% in order to cope with the new trade tariffs.
But such a policy is indirectly reflected in our country. Economic expert Klodian Muço analyzes for Top Channel what the first consequences are.
"The reduction of the base interest rate by the ECB is accompanied by a depreciation of the euro against our local currency. It affects us indirectly, trade exchanges and lending. A non-intervention by our bank will further strengthen our currency and make our products in international markets cost more," said Klodian Muço, an economic expert.
A change in the Eurozone's monetary policy for the 7th time this year could also be accompanied in our country, as experts predict a decrease in the base interest rate, which would bring a series of effects on the economy.
"Reducing the base interest rate devalues our currency, increases prices, increases lending because it becomes less expensive. Time has shown that sometimes we have intervention from the ECB accompanied by an intervention after 15 days from the ECB to lower interest rates. The expectations are for this to happen very soon," Muço further stated.
The base interest rate in Albania is at the level of 2.75% and was last changed in November 2024./ TCH
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