• If Greece not able to finance debt on the market, support could be used as last resort
  • Short-term inflation risks are low but point to upside
  • Goal of possible Greece rescue would be ensuring financial stability in euro zone
  • Litmus test coming at end of June when first of 12-month tenders expire
  • Greece must remain responsible for its fiscal policy
  • Eurosystem will take care that end-June transition goes smoothly
  • Most pressing task for monetary policy is exit from support measures
  • Eurogroup decisions offer Greece chance to win back credibility
  • Greece must stick to budget consolidation path as minimum requirement
  • Current record low ECB rates are appropriate
  • Can expect quick rate cuts during crisis accompanied by quick rises afterwards
  • If budgets lead to higher inflation expectations could lead to more restrictive monetary policy