The aim of the ECB's strategy review was to make sure our monetary policy strategy is fit for purpose, both today and in the future.
The strategy review covered all aspects of our monetary policy within the framework of our mandate, which is to maintain price stability.
We listened to opinions from across Europe, including those from citizens, academics, Members of the European Parliament and civil society organisations.
The outcome of our strategy review
- Monetary policy strategy statement
- Our monetary policy statement at a glance
- An overview of the ECB's monetary policy strategy
Press release
Press conference
President Christine Lagarde and Vice-President Luis de Guindos presented the outcome of the strategy review.
Sezione di approfondimento
- Publish date::07 December 2021A clear and symmetric 2% inflation target for the ECBpdf 280 KB
- Strategy review key topics
Separate workstreams looked at key topics for the strategy review. They considered information gathered during listening events across the euro area and via the ECB Listens portal.
- Overview of listening events across the euro area
The ECB and national central banks across the euro area hosted various listening activities with the general public, civil society organisations and academia. Ideas and perspectives shared at these events fed into the strategy review.
- Questions and answers on the strategy review
Why did we review our strategy? What did the review look at? How were citizens able to have their say? Find the answers to these questions and more.