bearish
Credit Profile of Eurozone Banks Worsens as Recession Risk Rises
13 Views17 Oct 2023 11:00
SUMMARY
- The European Central Bank’s (ECB) latest interest rate hike of 25 bps in September 2023 has seen its policy rates edge to an all- time high of 4%, increasing pressure on the real economy across the Eurozone and signalling that the region’s fight against inflation is likely to continue for longer and into 2025.
- The threat of an oncoming widespread recession in the Euro area is already flashing signs of red in the credit profiles of the Eurozone’s banking sector, with funding costs for households and corporates likely to remain at record-high levels till the middle of next year.
- As seen from the change in Criat Credit Cycle Index (CCCI) since the ECB began its monetary tightening campaign in July 2022, credit profiles of banks across the Eurozone have been worsening, especially those domiciled in Germany, France, and Italy.
Begin exploring Smartkarma's AI-augmented investing intelligence platform with a complimentary Preview Pass to:
- Unlock research summaries
- Follow top, independent analysts
- Receive personalised alerts
- Access Analytics, Events and more
Join 55,000+ investors, including top global asset managers overseeing $13+ trillion.
Upgrade later to our paid plans for full-access.
or
Already have an account? Sign In Now
Discussions
(Paid Plans Only)
Criat
Next-Generation Credit Analytics Provider
- Credit Profile of Eurozone Banks Worsens as Recession Risk Rises17 Oct 2023
x