But they also need to watch their step, because statements are sometimes interpreted like those of the Delphi Oracle. In other words, people hear what they want to hear. It is completely understandable that journalists enjoy analysing the decision-making in the ECB Council. But as a central banker, you must always be aware of how far these interpretations can go.
*  *  *  Ladies and Gentlemen, let me first thank you for accepting our invitation to participate in the launch of the National Financial Literacy Programme.