Lagarde: Inflation Overshoot Justifies ECB Action

Christine Lagarde says modest inflation overshoot from energy shock could justify ECB policy tightening.
ECB kept rates steady but warned of inflation surge, causing internal debate on rate hikes.
Lagarde says stronger action needed if inflation stays above 2% long-term; smaller increases may require measured response.
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