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“Across the continent, political divisions are deepening. For all of these reasons, the specter of a euro zone collapse has not been dispatched.”

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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