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EcoTV WEEK - Yes, we could
Alexandra Estiot, OECD economist

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Overview: Presto, vite, fast, schnell !

European busy schedule. Spanish markets waiting for the summit. The euro strengthens following the ECB decision.

Overview: Yes we could

The European Summit of June 28 and 29 is crucial for the future of the eurozone. Debt mutualisation, banking union and fiscal integration will be on top of the agenda.

US: Let's twist again

The Fed decided to play it safely with the extension of Operation Twist. But it also made it clear that if the labour market does not strengthen, it will go on with QE3.


Eurozone: Losing confidence

Latest flash PMI survey data confirm that output will probably contract in Q2 2012.


EcoWeek June 22