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European Commission cuts EU growth forecast and expects inflation to fall further

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European Commission cuts EU growth forecast and expects inflation to fall further

European Commission cuts EU growth forecast and expects inflation to fall further

The EU's economy entered 2024 with subdued momentum.

The European Commission downgraded its growth forecast to 0.9% for the EU and 0.8% for the euro area.

Yet while inflation rates are expected to decline more than previously predicted, challenges remain.


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