German fiscal expansion is unlikely despite concerns

Germany’s economy is likely to suffer consecutive quarter-on-quarter contraction, plunging it into a technical recession

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Consumer debt risk becomes Russian political dilemma

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

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The government's plan to introduce universal health coverage has caused alarm

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Ecuador’s economy faces a possible recession in 2019

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GDP growth (% change) year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter

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Weak growth in Germany will have a negative impact on the EU

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Declining demand for exports is causing slowing growth

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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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US non-financial corporate debt as a % of GDP, 1952-2019

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