Europe's outlook dims on threats from oil, euro

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The high price of oil and the increasing value of the euro against the U.S. dollar, are leading economists to reverse their earlier predictions that Europe's economic growth was set to increase over the coming year. Instead, they are now suggesting that region's economic recovery may have already peaked, and that growth is slowing as a result.

Germany, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, PETROLEUM AND COAL PRODUCTS, Petroleum, Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing, Petroleum & Energy Products, Labor Distribution by Employer, Analysis, Forecasts and trends, Statistics, Economic conditions, Market trend/market analysis

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Euros surge poses risks

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The Euro has sparked upwards against the United States Dollar. The increased Euro currency rate to $1.3097 could hurt European economic growth and exports, particularly as the United States economy continues to slow.

European Union, Economic forecasting

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Despite Euro weakness, U.S. firms aren't biting

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United States businesses are not acquiring European firms while the Euro is down as a weak currency will only decrease profits.

European Union, Business, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Acquisitions and mergers, Illustration

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