Trade cannot mask the broader weakness of China’s GDP

China’s GDP growth slowed to 6% in the July-September quarter as external and domestic activity both weakened

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Deteriorating external environment is main Greek risk

Revival of household demand remains an immediate priority for the new government

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Construction is rising, but lagging demand, and the resulting supply limitations are driving house prices higher

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Deleveraging and years of ultra-low rates have cut the chance of contagion but sector- and country-specific risks linger

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As Russians struggle to balance household budgets, many are resorting to loans and borrowing unsustainable sums

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Lower rates for longer means that eventual rate rises and costlier debt payments may shock vulnerable debt holders

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The economic recovery of 2017-18 has stabilised the construction sector, albeit at a very low level

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Housing markets pose a challenge to public authorities at a time of slowing global GDP growth

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A court challenge to the May presidential election result comes after months of domestic unrest

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The government has introduced new residency rules granting greater privileges to expatriates (at a price)

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