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Europe's central bank hikes interest rates

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde speaks during a news conference

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde speaks during a news conference Source: AAP / RONALD WITTEK/EPA

The European Central Bank has raised rates for the first time since 2011. Its benchmark deposit rate has increased by 50 basis points to zero per cent.



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