Italy's worrying combination of high debt and weak economic growth, coupled with a dysfunctional government, places it firmly on the list of countries which present a relatively high risk of defaulting. 18 Jul 2011 When it comes to the property market, governments are usually part of the problem, not the solution. 10 Jul 2011 So Greece has accepted its austerity package. That's all right then; crisis over. Anyone who believes this needs a crash course in economic reality. 03 Jul 2011 It seems likely that some sort of deal will be struck to provide more funds for Greece and to postpone a formal default. 26 Jun 2011 Supposedly, we were about to miss the boat/train/plane and had to jump aboard before it was too late. So do we now hear an acknowledgement from those doyens of the British establishment who were so desperate to take us into the euro, that on the biggest economic issue of our generation they were profoundly wrong? 20 Jun 2011
Roger Bootle
Roger Bootle is one of the City's leading economists. In his column
he sheds light on how the UK and world economies are performing
and the challenges facing the world's policymakers.
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For all Italy's attractions, there's good reason for concerns
Government has managed to mess up its own great property conversion plan
The EU must pedal back to move forward
Break-up of the euro could usher in a welcome new dawn for Europe
Europe better have a Plan B to tackle Greek contagion
Sunday, 24 July 2011
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