31.   The rate increase took many analysts by surprise, since German inflation remains subdued and growth is still largely driven by exports.

32.   The rate increases take effect tomorrow.

33.   When an increase in the minimum wage took effect last year, many right-wing analysts fretted that inflation would soar as a result.

34.   But many of those, such as the Atlantic City Expressway, debuted E-ZPass at the same time as a toll increase took place.

35.   But this is just the first step in a complex process that can take nearly a year before any increase actually takes effect.

36.   Economists say interest rate increases take several months to produce a measurable effect on the economy.

37.   However, the Perak Coffee Shopkeepers Association said the increase takes effect only tomorrow.

38.   If approved, the increase would take effect in March.

39.   It was not immediately clear when the increase would take effect.

40.   Joop did not indicate when the increase would take effect but said the ministry was currently discussing the issue with various parties, including the Indonesian Consumers Foundation.