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The Eurozone's October 2026 ZEW Current Conditions Index edged down to -14.8, showing a slight deterioration compared to the previous value of -13.9, indicating that real economic momentum remains weak. Affected by the situation in the Middle East and high energy costs, the economic sentiment index for the same month also significantly fell short of consensus, hitting a four-month low. Market expectations for further interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank have risen accordingly, and the overall economic recovery is facing severe tests.