Euro Area Policies: 2019 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Member Countries
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Summary:
After a sharp slowdown starting in 2018, euro area growth is expected to recover over the course of 2019. However, mounting downside risks from global trade tensions, a no-deal Brexit, and market concerns about countries with high public debt emphasize the precarious nature of the forecast. Even in the absence of a major shock, there is a danger that the area could enter a prolonged period of anemic growth and inflation. Policies should focus on supporting growth while also reducing vulnerabilities.
Series:
Country Report No. 2019/219
Subject:
Banking Competition Financial markets Inflation Labor Labor markets Prices Production Productivity
English
Publication Date:
July 11, 2019
ISBN/ISSN:
9781498325073/1934-7685
Stock No:
1EUREA2019001
Pages:
61
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