The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to hold its key interest rates steady, a move widely anticipated by markets and economists. This decision leaves the deposit facility rate at 4.0%, the main refinancing operations rate at 4.5%, and the marginal lending facility rate at 4.75%. This pause comes as the ECB continues to monitor inflation trends across the Eurozone. While inflation has cooled significantly from its peak, it remains above the ECB's 2% target. Policymakers are proceeding cautiously, balancing the need to curb inflation with concerns about potential economic slowdown. Future decisions will be data-dependent, carefully analyzing incoming economic indicators to determine the appropriate course of action. The ECB's next meeting will be closely watched for further clues on the future trajectory of interest rates. ```