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Euro zone lending growth edges up to new 2-year high

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Posted on August 28, 2025

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FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Growth in euro zone bank lending accelerated to a fresh two-year high last month on the back of lower interest rates and a gradual economic recovery, European Central Bank data

Euro zone lending growth edges up to new 2-year high

FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Growth in euro zone bank lending accelerated to a fresh two-year high last month on the back of lower interest rates and a gradual economic recovery, European Central Bank data showed on Thursday.

Loans to households grew by 2.4% in July, the biggest increase since April 2023, from 2.2 in June. Credit to companies increased by 2.8% from 2.7%, marking its fastest pace since June 2023.

(Reporting By Francesco Canepa; Editing by Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • Euro zone bank lending growth accelerated to a two-year high.
  • Household loans increased by 2.4% in July.
  • Credit to companies rose by 2.8%, the fastest since June 2023.
  • Growth driven by lower interest rates and economic recovery.
  • Data released by the European Central Bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the growth rate of loans to households in July?
Loans to households grew by 2.4% in July, marking the biggest increase since April 2023.
How much did credit to companies increase?
Credit to companies increased by 2.8% from 2.7%, marking its fastest pace since June 2023.
What factors contributed to the increase in bank lending?
The growth in euro zone bank lending was supported by lower interest rates and a gradual economic recovery.

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