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The fiscal dilemma: Government borrowing in the time of corona Investment Insights

The fiscal dilemma: Government borrowing in the time of corona

The corona crisis has altered our world beyond recognition – leaving an indelible mark on parts of the economy and society. Its effect on public finances has been particularly dramatic – with fiscal deficits soaring as economies around the world slide into recession. At the same time, interest rates remain at historically low levels – reducing the cost of government borrowing. In a special edition of Infocus, EFG Chief Economist Stefan Gerlach turns the spotlight on the so-called ‘fiscal dilemma’ facing governments globally.

Stefan Gerlach

3 min read
China – the bubble that never pops Investment Insights

China – the bubble that never pops

Even as encouraging results from vaccine trials trigger hopes of a ‘return to normality’ in 2021, one thing is clear: The seismic shock to economies and societies around the globe caused by Covid-19 is likely to be felt for many years. The question is: Could the corona crisis also shake up our global economic order – or will heavyweights such as China emerge from the pandemic just as strong as before?

Mozamil Afzal

2 min read

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