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Greek 2015 primary surplus at 0.7 of GDP under programme method as Athens looks for boost
EconomyMacroeconomyof GDP, which ELSTAT estimated in 2015 at 176.02 billion euros. On a primary basis, the deficit - which
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Asking Greece to stack more austerity measures ignores past failings
Agorathe deficit was estimated at 12.7 percent. Contrary to the popular belief that Papandreou’s government
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A breakdown of the 5.4 bln in measures that form basis of agreement between Greece and creditors
EconomyProgrammeand indirect tax measures, with estimated revenues or cost savings of 1 percent of GDP (1.8 billion
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Greek stocks climb 3.8 pct during week amid increasing optimism on swift agreement
EconomyThe Greek stock market climbed 3.8 percent this week amid improving sentiment an agreement between Greece and its lenders could be reached soon. The strong rebound was also accompanied with increased trading activity. In its spring economic forecasts, the European Commission (EC) estimated a milder
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Decline in CPI slows slightly to 1.3 pct in April
EconomyMacroeconomy). The IMF foresees zero inflation in 2016, while CPI is estimated to rise by 0.6 percent in 2017
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Newsletter 73 - 13/05/2016
MPs approve reform package Another bill with remaining prior actions expected before May 24 The Greek Parliament passed on Sunday evening the legislative package on pension and income tax reforms that are estimated to yield 2 percent of GDP and overall two-thirds of the required fiscal measures
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Inauguration of TAP pipeline project offers investment, diplomatic boost
PoliticsForeign Policy. It is estimated at around 1.5–2 billion euros and foresees the creation of more than 8,000 jobs. The Greek
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Government faces tight schedule for amendments to bailout legislation
EconomyProgrammethey have received so far this year (an estimated 100-120 million euros) as part of the EKAS solidarity
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Putin visit highlights potential, but also limitations, of Greece-Russia ties
PoliticsForeign Policydue to the Ukraine crisis and the economic troubles exacerbated by EU sanctions. It is estimated
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Government hopes offer of tax breaks and grants will spark growth boost
EconomyMacroeconomy), the total cost of subsidies and grants is estimated at 480 million euros in the 2016-2022 period
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