The ECB Data Blog offers insights into recent developments and trends in data related to the euro area economy, the financial world and beyond. Posts are authored by our data experts and economists and are based on ECB data and analysis.
The ECB has released Extended Money Market Statistics providing additional insights into the euro money market, including a new series on outstanding amounts per market segment. Discover the new money market dashboard which presents the additional charts and series.
The ECB has started publishing Extended Money Market Statistics that provide additional insights into the euro money market. Discover the new money market dashboard which presents the additional charts and series.
ENGLISH
26 September 2025
Don’t blame the herald: statistical independence is indispensable
Good statistics are accurate, timely, consistent and comparable. Only then can they be the unbiased reality check needed for responsible decision-making.
ENGLISH
29 July 2025
Enhancing the breakdowns of portfolio investment in debt securities
Discover new details on portfolio investment debt securities of the euro area international investment position. Among other categories, you can now analyze the evolution by ratings categories or green bonds in euro area cross-border investments.
ENGLISH
1 April 2025
New banks included in euro money market statistics as of 1 April 2025
On 1 July 2024, 24 new banks were added to the money market statistical reporting (MMSR) population, increasing the total number of reporting agents to 69.
ENGLISH
20 November 2024
Why inflation differs across countries
The ECB has the task of maintaining price stability for the euro area as a whole. This means focusing on the overall inflation rate for the entire region. However, inflation may vary significantly across countries. Why is this the case?
ENGLISH
17 September 2024
Exploring the investment funds households own
The ECB has released more detailed data on household holdings of investment fund shares, with in-depth breakdowns by asset and counterpart sector. Discover these trends and how investment funds expand access to both domestic and global markets.
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