Where are Europe's animal spirits?
A conversation with Peter Praet and Jeromin Zettelmeyer about the global economy
In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Rebecca Christie is joined by Jeromin Zettelmeyer and Peter Praet to discuss the economic outlook for Europe and the United States, the impact of prospective tariffs, and the role of monetary and fiscal policies. The conversation touches on the impact of geopolitical uncertainties, structural reforms, and the ongoing debate around defence spending in Europe.
*This podcast was recorded in mid February 2025.
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