Portugal : First Review Under the Extended Arrangement.

Macroeconomic imbalances are large, and structural problems are deep-rooted in Portugal. The new government's strong commitment to program implementation is encouraging. Fiscal performance so far demonstrates the need to refocus the fiscal strategy on strong expenditure control, as envisaged un...

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Corporate Author: International Monetary Fund
Format: Journal
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : International Monetary Fund, 2011.
Series:IMF Staff Country Reports; Country Report ; No. 2011/279
Online Access:Full text available on IMF
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Summary:Macroeconomic imbalances are large, and structural problems are deep-rooted in Portugal. The new government's strong commitment to program implementation is encouraging. Fiscal performance so far demonstrates the need to refocus the fiscal strategy on strong expenditure control, as envisaged under the program. To support activity, it is crucial to prevent an excessively rapid deleveraging of the banking sector. Ultimately, the success of the program hinges on opening up the economy and improving competitiveness. The European Council's renewed support enhances prospects for the program's success.
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Physical Description:1 online resource (111 pages)
Format:Mode of access: Internet
ISSN:1934-7685
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