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Eurozone inflation sees unexpected rise: Is the worst yet to come?

Eurozone inflation rose to 1.9% in February, higher than January’s 1.7%.
Core inflation rose to 2.4% year on year, beating expectations.
Oil and gas price moves linked to Middle East tensions risk reigniting inflation.
ECB economist warned a prolonged war could push inflation higher and hurt growth.
Services inflation remains sticky despite easing energy drag.
Markets reacted with European stock declines and a weaker euro.
Energy drag on inflation may fade, but risks from energy shocks persist.
Iranian actions and Strait of Hormuz tensions could tighten energy supply.
Analysts warn energy disruption could push inflation back above 2%.
UK inflation expectations and service pressures remain a concern for policy.

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