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1 – 10 of 10This is the first investment-grade (IG) rating given to Athens by one of the ‘big three’ rating agencies since 2010. The upgrade reflects Greece’s strong post-pandemic economic…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283186
ISSN: 2633-304X
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This marked a return, broadly, to the economic performance seen before the drastic pandemic-induced fluctuation seen in 2020 and 2021 (which saw a contraction of 8.2% and growth…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281326
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The federal budget deficit target for 2023, set at RUB2.9tn (USD35.8bn), is likely to be exceeded for the second year in a row. Federal expenditure is showing no signs of slowing…
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Bond sale will boost prospects
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES286632
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Real GDP surged by 15% in 2021 and 12% in 2022, then by 4% in 2023. With inflation easing, risks of social instability have probably fallen over the past year, but growth looks…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285253
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The relative sluggishness is due partly to the delayed impacts of financial tightening and reduced global demand. While domestic demand has been the primary engine of growth, the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284178
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Weak trade and fiscal policy constraints suggest global GDP growth will slow somewhat in 2024, with China and the United States losing momentum. Hopes for growth-boosting rate…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283146
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Arevalo’s victory marks a shift in Guatemalan politics. After years of democratic backsliding, Arevalo promises a slow, partial recovery of transparency and the rule of law. His…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281432
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Meanwhile, the government is struggling with significant accumulated debt, including USD11.8bn that is scheduled to be repaid to the IMF over the next two years alone. The IMF…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282002
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These markets are benefitting from the softer US dollar and improved investor perceptions of central bank credibility. However, destabilising factors loom on the horizon.