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Friday, Sep 18, 2026

IMF and ECB Officials Warn Europe Faces Slower Growth and Rising Debt Constraints

International monetary officials are warning that tighter fiscal rules, the eventual expiry of NextGenerationEU funding and heavy debt burdens in countries including France and Italy could restrict public investment and economic growth.
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