Category Archives: Italy

Sovereign Risk and Debt Crises

Posted on April 2, 2017 by macromon

We received some interesting pushback on our recent post, Is the U.S. Government Bankrupt?  Not Even Close. The purpose of the post was to remind readers to not ignore the left side of a government’s balance sheet — assets —  … Continue reading →

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Renzi Fustigazione!

Posted on December 5, 2016 by macromon

http://www.repubblica.it/static/speciale/2016/referendum/costituzionale/    

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Italian PM to quit after voters reject his constitutional reforms – EuroNews

Posted on December 4, 2016 by macromon

Published on Dec 4, 2016 Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi is to resign following a heavy defeat in Sunday’s constitutional reform referendum. Although ostensibly on plans to streamline parliament the poll was largely seen as a confidence vote in the … Continue reading →

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Berlusconi’s stunning U-turn

Posted on October 2, 2013 by macromon

Former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi delivered quite a show ahead of the Senate vote. In a dramatic U-turn Berlusconi, who only a few days ago was threatening to topple the government, gave Letta his backing. He was seen holding his … Continue reading →

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Stratfor: Italy’s New Government

Posted on April 30, 2013 by macromon

Stratfor Europe Analyst Adriano Bosoni discusses how Italy’s new government could bring some short-term stability to the country, but long-term challenges will remain. For more analysis, visit: http://www.Stratfor.com (click here if video is not observable)

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Italy’s New PM sets out priorities

Posted on April 29, 2013 by macromon

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Napolitano re-election helps Italian stocks and bonds

Posted on April 22, 2013 by macromon

Hopes of an end to two months of political deadlock had a positive effect on Italy’s financial markets on Monday. http://www.euronews.com/ (click here if video is not observable)

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Headache for head of state as Italian politics fails..again

Posted on March 29, 2013 by macromon

Here is something we really need to monitor and keep on our radar.  The potential for an outsized political or geopolitical shock is growing and not just in Italy. (click here if video is not observable)

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France urges softer approach to austerity

Posted on March 14, 2013 by macromon

Germany is facing stiff resistance from France to ease back on austerity as Europe’s leaders gather in Brussels for another EU summit. French President François Hollande has called for the emphasis to shift to boosting growth in indebted eurozone economies. … Continue reading →

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Bundesbank’s frosty outlook

Posted on March 12, 2013 by macromon

The head of Germany’s central bank is warning the eurozone crisis is not over and governments must tackle the roots of their troubles with reforms – pointing the finger particularly at Italy, Cyprus and France. http://www.euronews.com/ (click here if video … Continue reading →

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