Eurozone: Stellar PMI data - ANZ

Analysts at ANZ note that the Eurozone PMI data were stellar – with Germany and France leading the gains and while the surveys probably over-estimate growth, they clearly suggest pressures on capacity are increasing.

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“This is important for monetary policy, as it means the hawkish current within the ECB Governing Council will become more vocal. With growth at a decade high and no signs of weakening in sentiment, a soft November’s CPI print shouldn’t have significant implications for the policy outlook. We suggest buying the dips on any miss.”