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For these four nations, 2012 is worse than the Great Recession
The Great Recession of 2008/09 delivered the worst blow to the global economy since the 1930s. But in a few nations, 2012 is turning out to be worse than 2009 in terms of economic growth. Europe's debt crisis, the general slowing of the world economy, and domestic political troubles have played a role in undercutting 2012 growth for one or more of these four nations. Can you guess who they are?
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Focus Recession in America? 10 questions assessing the threat.
Concerns about weak economies in Europe have already rattled global financial markets, and things are hardly rosy at home. Is America heading into a recession? Here are answers to 10 questions about that risk.
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France presidential elections: the candidates challenging Sarkozy
French President Nicolas Sarkozy is fighting for reelection in the April 22 presidential poll. Here are the top 5 presidential candidates.
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Greek bailout: 5 key conditions set by EU
European Union leaders agreed to a €130 billion ($172 billion) bailout deal for Greece early this morning after a long night of negotiations. Here are five key elements of the bailout deal.
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Six predictions for consumers in 2012
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In Ireland, EU treaty on debt remains in doubt
If Ireland rejects a recent EU treaty in a national referendum, it could undermine the fiscal compact Europe is hoping will bring the debt crisis under control.
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Greece secures last-minute bailout deal, but it will hurt
Greece has agreed to implement painful austerity measures – including a 22 percent cut in the minimum wage – in order to receive the money it needs to pay off debt due in March.
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Best time for a Greek default? It's now.
Greek default now would prove less of a shock to stocks, especially in buoyant emerging markets and the US, which is off to its best start in 15 years. But Greek default probably would be first of several sovereign defaults.
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Stocks fall as Greek debt talks drag
The Dow fell 17 points to close at 12845 as talks dragged on between Greek political leaders over a fresh cost-cutting package required for the country to get more bailout loans.
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Stock market: Futures slide on Greek indecision
Stock market looks to open lower as emergency talks fail to produce Greek rescue package. A disorderly Greek default could send shock waves through the stock market.
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The Daily Reckoning Creating more debt won't solve the economic crisis
World banks are trying to solve the financial crisis the same way they caused it — by creating more debt.
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Will the EU really turn to growth?
It is considered progress that European Union leaders are discussing growth after two years of focusing almost exclusively on austerity, but actual growth strategies are still in short supply.
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The Daily Reckoning Don't be fooled by good economic news
Unemployment is going down. Consumer debt is going up. Even the housing market is showing signs of improvement. But the US economy is far from recovery mode.
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IMF: $650 billion isn't enough for the European bailout fund
European finance ministers agreed to move up the launch of a permanent bailout fund by a year, but the fund is still too small, according to the IMF.
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Greece, private investors struggle to agree on high-stake debt deal
The Greek government and private investors are locked in negotiations over how much Greek debt private investors will write off.
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Opinion European debt crisis: Germany's fight against Keynes
The European debt crisis provides Germany the opportunity to preach its disciplined approach to monetary policy. Should it succeed in remaking Europe in its monetary image, Europe will prosper. Those who follow the Anglo-American model of Keynsian loose money must fall in line.
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Greece lurches closer to collapse
Greece could finally default in March when massive bond payments are due.
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The Daily Reckoning Economy: Why the 'good' news isn't
Global financial news has been good ever since the Fed decided to print more money. But consumers still aren't spending, and the new employment figures are hardly signs of real recovery
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Downgrade of France's credit rating dashes uplifting week for eurozone
Unexpectedly successful bond auctions for Spain and Italy and additional lending from the European Central Bank generated speculation about a turnaround – until S&P announced it had downgraded France.
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Spain, Italy on the mend? Investors make it easier to borrow
Spain and Italy hit their borrowing targets today, benefiting from favorable lending rates that signal eurozone investors' cautious confidence.
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An end to cut, cut, cut? Merkel and Sarkozy agree to focus on growth.
In a Berlin meeting today, German Chancellor Merkel and French President Sarkozy signaled a major shift in eurozone economic strategy by making growth a priority in managing the economic crisis.
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Six predictions for consumers in 2012
It’s been nice, 2011, but as we move into the new year, many consumers are no doubt wondering what 2012 has in store for them, particularly when it comes to their wallets. Is a double-dip recession in the cards? Will it be easier to get a mortgage? Is a checking account switch in order? What will interest rates be like in the new year? Here are my Top 6 predictions for consumers in 2012:
12/30/2011 11:05 am -
Tech stocks fall on weak Oracle earnings
Tech stocks fall after software giant Oracle says it's struggling to close deals. IBM and other tech stocks fall, too, while broader market is flat.
12/22/2011 12:02 am -
Rajoy, Spain's new PM, warns of tough economic road ahead
Spain's new prime minister Mariano Rajoy was sworn in today amid muted optimism that he can make the tough economic reforms that the eurozone wants.
12/21/2011 02:10 pm -
European Central Bank loans $639 billion to banks. Will it help?
European Central Bank loans are intended to keep banks lending and avoid a credit crunch. But the head of the European Central Bank resists providing similar help to indebted nations.
12/21/2011 12:31 pm -
Stocks fall with BoA, banks leading the slide
The Dow lost 200 points to close at 11766. Bank of America plunged 4 percent; other big banks also faltered.
12/19/2011 06:15 pm -
Doubts mount as Europe struggles with next steps in euro crisis
European stocks as well as the euro dropped as optimism from last week's euro crisis summit yielded to tough questions about the EU's ability to avert fresh crises.
12/14/2011 09:19 am -
Euro zone deal lifts stocks, not euro
Euro zone steps toward fiscal unions buoy stocks in Asia. But a fall in the euro underscores ongoing worries over the euro zone's debt crisis.
12/12/2011 12:21 am -
Stocks rise as Europe nears budget agreement
The Dow gained 186 points to close at 12184 Friday after a deal to forge stronger ties between most of Europe's economies sent stocks sharply higher
12/09/2011 05:40 pm -
The Daily Reckoning Americans are poorer than they think
46 million people are living with the help of US government food handouts, and the average income figure is misleading.
12/09/2011 02:32 pm
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