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Companies draw contingency plans for Greek exit
David Brancaccio Jun 12, 2012
While most experts are still calling a return to the drachma for Greece unlikely, private companies are scenario planning just in case.
Spain's bailout: Good idea or moral hazard?
Christopher Werth Jun 11, 2012
Now that Spain has received a favorable bailout deal, will other countries in Europe expect the same?
Bailout in Spain buys time and clips contagion
Julia Coronado Jun 11, 2012
Just in time for the Greek elections next weekend, the EU bailout of Spanish banks aims to send the signal that the eurozone will stand behind its biggest countries.
Will Greece return to the drachma?
Jeff Tyler Jun 8, 2012
Greece continues to struggle through a debt and banking crisis and rumors of a 'Grexit' abound. If the country does leave the euro, how will it roll out the drachma, and what are the costs?
Wordplay: Defining 'austerity,' 'sequester' and 'equity'
Paddy Hirsch Jun 6, 2012
Words like "austerity," "sequestration" and "equity" are commonly used in news stories everywhere these days, but do you know what they mean? Senior producer Paddy Hirsch explains their actual definitions.
Germany feels pressure of euro crisis
Stephen Beard Jun 6, 2012
The credit rating agency Moody's downgraded seven German banks today, noting their exposure to Europe's debt problems and slower economic growth.
What's Up, Europe? Shock and numbness in Greece
Kai Ryssdal Jun 21, 2012
The spotlight of the eurozone crisis moves to Spain, but no one has forgotten Greece. While the official unemployment rate there is above 21 percent, many more are working without pay.
Ireland votes on EU fiscal discipline treaty
Stephen Beard May 31, 2012
Today, Ireland is holding a referendum on whether to ratify Europe's new fiscal discipline pact. A vote against the treaty would challenge German-backed austerity measures.
Obama sends economic adviser to Europe
Christopher Werth May 30, 2012
With borrowing costs spiking for Spain and Italy, the Obama administration has sent a top treasury official to Europe to encourage European leaders to take decisive action on their financial mess.
Poll shows Greeks favor EU bailout
Stephen Beard May 29, 2012
A poll this weekend shows Greek voters support politicians who favor the EU bailout of Greece. Elections earlier this month rattled the markets when voters came out in favor of political groups that opposed the bailout and austerity.
