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ECB hikes interest rates for first time since 2023 as Iran war ramps-up energy costs

ECB raises rates to 2.25%, citing Iran-war inflation shock; eurozone inflation now forecast at 3% for 2026. Tech leaders must adjust capex and hiring budgets as higher borrowing costs squeeze eurozone startups.