Customer Quote by Marek Belka
“Should that worse scenario materialize, then most probably our propensity to increase interest rates will be weaker.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Remarks, 2010, Poland
If a severe scenario occurs, raising rates will be less likely.
In simple terms: Rates may not rise in a crisis.
Expect softer monetary response.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- central bank decisions
- financial crisis planning
- inflation control
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How would a weaker rate response affect inflation?
- What alternatives exist to rate hikes?
Policy may be constrained by political or market pressures.