THE ECONOMIST

Europe is not alone in its economic despair

14 years ago

Reading the economic press brings no joy; it makes for depressing reading. I am struggling to find signs of growth or optimism as they are both few and far between. It used to be so much simpler.

The economic cornerstones have crumbled. Credit: European Parliament

Reading the economic press brings no joy; it makes for depressing reading. I am struggling to find signs of growth or optimism as they are both few and far between. It used to be so much simpler.