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Irish inflation is darkening cloud
The first real sign of inflation in Ireland has intensified the debate about how long the economic boom can last. The country is enjoying its seventh year of spectacular economic growth. more | |
Italy still behind in struggle to catch up
By recent standards, this has been an exceptionally good year for the Italian economy. Between 1995 and 1999, Italian economic growth repeatedly lagged behind that of the country's main European partners as Italy gradually adjusted to the demands of qualifying for Economic and Monetary Union. more | |
Determined German efforts surprise the critics
Ten years after reunification, Germany is finally putting its economic house in order. Not only are growth rates returning to the levels expected of the world's third biggest economy, but the centre-left government has surprised its critics by showing a real determination to implement long-overdue structural reforms. more | |
UK glories in seventh heaven
Since emerging from one of the worst recessions in living memory in 1992, the British economy has enjoyed seven years of uninterrupted growth and rising employment. more | |
Dutch powerboat makes waves
Like a boat speeding through an Amsterdam canal, the pace of growth in the Dutch economy has been making waves. Business is being buffeted by staff shortages, and higher inflation is likely to be left in its wake. more | |
Danish moment of truth is fast approaching
The moment of truth for the Nordic region's relationship with Europe is fast approaching. If the Danes say "no" to the single currency in a referendum on September 28, the consequences will reach well beyond the country's own shores. more | |
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