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Parliament's budget office rings alarm bell on economic prospects
EconomyMacroeconomyof reliability may have political, social and economic implications, although the Prime Minister’s
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Tsipras gets his way over September congress, gains breathing space from SYRIZA rebels
PoliticsGreek Politicsthe sniping from SYRIZA’s left wing may continue, it should not have a direct impact on the negotiations
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Early rounds of talks with lenders focus on possible prior actions
EconomyProgrammein the national health system (ESY). Media reports also indicate that recession may reach 3 percent this year
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More than half of small businesses saw turnover dive by at least 50 pct due to capital controls
Economy, while the consequences may be more painful in the next six months. The survey also showed that most
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Some snags remain in discussion with lenders over new privatisation scheme
EconomyProgrammeits management, which was recently appointed by the new government, may have to be replaced again
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Possibility of snap elections after third bailout agreed is firmly on Tsipras's agenda
PoliticsGreek Politicsagainst early elections due to fears that they may favour Tsipras. New Democracy, To Potami and PASOK
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General gov't primary cash surplus shrinks in first half of 2015 as state arrears grow
EconomyMacroeconomy4.5 percent in May. In absolute figures, arrears stood at 5.33 billion at the end of June, implying
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Refugee crisis poses multiple political challenges for Tsipras
PoliticsForeign Policyfor those fleeing war and other hardship. Brussels may also point to the fact that Greece has failed
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Economic situation biggest worry for Greeks, latest Eurobarometer shows
SocietyEurobarometer survey was conducted in Greece in May 2015 and is based on 999 interviews.
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Industrial production down by 4.5 pct in June for third monthly drop this year
EconomyMacroeconomyThe Greek Industrial Production Index (IPI) fell for the second straight month in June, when it was down by 4.5 percent from 4.3 percent in May, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). The June headline figure is the third negative reading in the first half of the year
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