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Cecilia Hermansson Before the financial crisis, it was difficult to understand the magnitude of
Group Chief Economist imbalances by just analysing the growth and stability pact, since, for example,
Economic Research Department Ireland and Spain had low public debt, budget surpluses, and high growth.
+46-8-5859 7720 Instead, there were many microeconomic weaknesses, such as the functioning of
cecilia.hermansson@swedbank.se the labour market, the investment boom in the private sector, and financial sector
problems. This second 2011 version of To the Point analyses the structural
measures needed to restore competitiveness in Spain, a country that is still
contributing to uncertainties on the financial markets. Measures are needed now,
but the effects of these measures will most likely take years to become visible and
be appreciated – all the more important to start now!
cautious, but their savings will help to support growth going forward. Regional
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governments will also need to be reformed, and benchmarking is important to
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identify the practices of those that are working well.
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