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Prospects for Western Europe in 2019
Early elections loom in Germany, Italy and Spain, while social unrest is set to persist in France
Western EuropeProspects for the euro-area in 2019
Declining growth rates will provoke rising tensions and the risk of recession across Europe
Europe'Golden visas' will persist despite EU clampdown
Golden visas will likely persist in countries where they are seen as vital for economic growth
EUCatalan prosecution will hurt the Spanish government
Prime Minister Sanchez will face scrutiny from both Catalonia's pro-independence parties and Spain's pro-unity parties
SpainSeparatist division boosts support for Sanchez
New independence groups reflect growing division within Catalonia and will strengthen the position of the Spanish state
SpainImmigration will test Spain’s populist resolve
The spike in African migrants heading for Spain could undermine the government's legitimacy and fuel populism
SpainSpain faces economic challenges despite recent growth
Recent economic successes could be undermined by new emerging trends and the risk of political instability
SpainSpanish budget is a win-win for the government
Proposals to increase social spending will strengthen the support of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez
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