The euro short-term rate, along with all related data and information, including compounded average rates and index values (collectively referred to as the “information”), is published by the European Central Bank (ECB) solely for public informational purposes.
It is crucial to understand that neither the ECB nor the Eurosystem national central banks, in their involvement in the euro short-term rate determination process, assume any responsibility for the accuracy or correctness of this rate or related information. This lack of liability extends to any delays in updates and, most importantly, to any consequences arising from the use or misuse of this data. Whether you are using this information in financial instruments, contracts, trading activities, or investment decisions, you are doing so at your own risk.
The ECB explicitly states that it provides no guarantees or assurances, whether expressed or implied, regarding the currency, accuracy, timeliness, completeness, or suitability for any specific purpose of the euro short-term rate or the associated information. By making this data publicly available, the ECB does not accept any liability or responsibility for any form of loss, damage, expense, or claim. This includes direct, indirect, or consequential losses, regardless of foreseeability or whether the ECB was aware of the intended use of the information. This disclaimer applies to any reliance on, use of, or inability to utilize the euro short-term rate and its related information.
This disclaimer is carefully constructed to be compliant with applicable laws and does not seek to limit the ECB’s liability in any way that contravenes the general legal principles common to EU Member States. Furthermore, it does not exclude liability for matters where exclusion is not legally permissible. Users of the euro short-term rate data should therefore proceed with a clear understanding of these limitations and the informational nature of the data provided.
