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“While holding the eurozone together will be costly and difficult and painful for the politicians, breaking it up will be even more costly and more difficult.”

Quote by Barry Eichengreen

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Barry Eichengreen

Barry Eichengreen is a renowned economist known for his extensive research on international finance and economic history. His work focuses on monetary policy and international economic relations, particularly in the areas of financial and monetary crises. Eichengreen's publications are extensive, including books such as 'The Consequences of the Great Depression' and 'The End of the Gold Standard'. more

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