A Summer of Discontent for Europe?

A Summer of Discontent for Europe?

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The video discusses the economic challenges facing Europe, focusing on Brexit, Spain, and Greece. It highlights the uncertainty these issues bring to the European economy and markets. The discussion then shifts to Germany, examining why private investment is low despite a strong economy. Factors such as infrastructure, labor market tightness, and regulatory uncertainty are explored. Finally, the video addresses the impact of migration on Germany's economy, emphasizing the need for integration and training of refugees to fill open jobs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is considered the biggest risk for Europe according to the discussion?

The political situation in Spain

Greece's negotiations

The economic performance of Germany

Brexit

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current economic growth rate of the Spanish economy as mentioned in the discussion?

More than 3%

More than 2%

Exactly 2%

Less than 1%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main domestic reasons for low private investment in Germany?

High inflation rates

High corporate taxes

Deteriorating transport infrastructure

Lack of skilled labor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many open jobs are there in Germany according to the discussion?

2,000,000

1,500,000

1,000,000

500,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected increase in unemployment due to migration in Germany by 2017?

0.4%

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much additional spending is expected due to refugees in Germany?

€10 billion

€15 billion

€20 billion

€25 billion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential growth increase in the German economy due to refugee spending?

0.1 percentage points

0.4 percentage points

0.3 percentage points

0.2 percentage points