Europe’s economic catch-22

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Description:  Facing massive national debts, some European nations are planning to cut spending even as unemployment continues to rise. Source: CNNMoney – video report   Date: 02/05/2010 Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/fortune/2010/02/05/f_sl_euro_default.fortune/ Questions for discussion: What is the connection between the economic problems in Europe and the Euro? How is the economic and financial crisis in Europe different… Read more »

Dollar rallies on stronger-than-expected data

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Description: The dollar rose against major currencies on Friday after stronger-than-expected economic data reinforced the view the United States was recovering from recession faster than other developed countries. Source: Reuters.com Date: 01/29/2010 Link:  http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE5BF27F20100129 Questions for discussion:  How will the dollar’s activity affect financial management of firms that import and export? Where do you believe… Read more »