What was one of the main reasons for the renewed interest of central banks in euro debt in 2020?
Why More Central Banks Came Back Into the Euro in 2020

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The positive fiscal response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Central banks were looking for higher yields.
The euro breakup story re-emerged.
The European Central Bank increased interest rates.
2.
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How did central banks' purchasing behavior change in 2020 compared to 2019?
They stopped buying euro-denominated debt.
They bought twice as much European government debt.
They bought less European government debt.
They focused on short-term bonds only.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which group is primarily interested in long-term euro debt due to solvency regulations?
Central banks
Hedge funds
Insurance companies
Retail investors
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one reason long-term euro bonds are popular among investors?
They provide positive yields.
They offer negative yields.
They are risk-free.
They have no maturity date.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Japanese investors react to Europe's response to the COVID-19 crisis?
They were disappointed with the slow response.
They were surprised by the fast response.
They were indifferent to the changes.
They decided to invest more in the US dollar.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What impact did rising debt levels have on financing costs in Europe?
Financing costs were not affected.
Financing costs increased significantly.
Financing costs remained unchanged.
Financing costs decreased in some parts of Europe.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the expected market condition for 2021 according to the speaker?
Unpredictable and risky
Challenging and volatile
Stable and optimistic
Declining and pessimistic
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