I think they'll keep raising the rate this month and maybe every month until the end of the year.

The figures reflect good growth and bode well for 2006 for two reasons: international prices (for commodities) are very solid, as well as domestic demand, especially investment which means there will be a bigger rise in productive capacity and sales.

The maintaining of the rate reflects that there is not a dangerous core inflation pressure, while the advance in total inflation is due to international price increases in fuel and not due to strong (domestic) demand.

Investment has been very strong and consumption remains very strong.

The coalition no longer needs to negotiate with the opposition, which can be a source of danger. Differences are sure to emerge within this coalition.

Women represent change in a region where politicians are viewed with suspicion.