Although economic indicators have shown mixed developments since the Bank released its projection, the Bank considers that they do not suggest a change in the mechanisms underlying the economy. The Bank will continue to confirm this by carefully assessing various relevant economic indicators as well as microeconomic information. Let me touch upon a few important factors in this regard.
In the end, it was our decision to meet our watchers, our critics from all camps: academia, banks, markets and media. For me it has always been a great challenge. I have learnt a lot from these conferences – I would not have liked to miss this experience.