View full page at forexfactory.com

 

Bundesbank head warns Greek haircut could be dangerous

From cnbc.com

Bundesbank President Jens Weidmann said a haircut for Greece would not resolve the country's debt problems and could in fact be "dangerous" if it led to a relaxation in debt-cutting efforts. "A haircut is not an cure-all," Weidmann told Sunday's Bild am Sonntag newspaper. "If it were to lead to a reduction in the readiness to implement structural reforms, it could even be dangerous." European Union leaders hold talks on Sunday to hammer out a comprehensive plan for tackling the euro zone debt crisis. Weidmann warned against letting highly indebted countries off the hook. "The basis for confidence in government bonds ... (full story)

Story Stats

  • Posted:
  • Category: Low Impact Breaking News