E.U. body reduces its growth forecast for the Euro Zone

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Economic forecasting for the European Union indicates growth will be slower for the second half of this year and into 2007. Growth is rated to be .4 percent to .8 percent for the third quarter and .2 percent to .7 percent. for the fourth quarter. Financial projections for the first quarter 2007 are 0 percent to .5 percent.

European Union, Economic forecasting

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Euro-zone view darkens: business confidence hit by credit turmoil and surging currency

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Business confidence measures in the euro-zone decreased in Belgium, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands, but stabilized in France. The impact of the credit market crisis and the rise of the euro, which reached a record high of $1.4165, are discussed. Index fluctuation percentages are given for selected nations.

Evaluation, International aspects, Euromarkets, Review of past year, Business conditions

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Euro-zone data indicate rising inflation pressure

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The euro zone continues to experience inflation pressures; however, the European Central Bank is expected to maintain its 4% key policy rate. Economic data provided focuses on Italy, Germany, and France.

Italy, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Germany, France, Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, Interest Rates, Standards, Influence, Economic policy, Inflation (Finance), European Union. European Central Bank, Inflation (Economics), Statistical data

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