Posted 8/27/2023, 3:45:03 PM

The uphill battle of surpluses

While Greece aims for a primary budget surplus of 2.1-2.5% of GDP in the coming years, the EU calls for a minimum surplus of 2.3% to reduce the country's debt, with the government focusing on pro-growth policies and reforms instead of handouts and tax cuts.

ekathimerini.com

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Finland needs to borrow €10bn next year, finance minister Purra says

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