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Europe consistently ranks amongst the most developed regions in the world and countries in the region record constantly high development ratings, based on the Human Development Index. Yet, the question of achieving economic growth is one that continues to trouble the region, particularly given the relative “lack of productivity” and “business dynamism” in Europe. As …

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The European banking sector has faced significant challenges over the past decade, particularly with the issue of impaired loans. These loans, often referred to as non-performing loans (NPLs), have been a persistent problem, exacerbated by various economic crises. This article explores the recent history of impaired loans in Europe and the current concerns surrounding a …

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The Fed and ECB have decided to keep interest rates unchanged after a period of consecutive hikes due to growing fears about the global economy. So what happens now? – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek