Will Italy Be a Major Concern in 2019?

The transcript discusses market concerns about potential political changes in Europe, particularly Italy. It highlights the nervousness in markets due to possible elections in Italy and the impact of a right-of-center government on Italian assets. Additionally, it notes the economic slowdown in Europe, with Italy contributing to this deceleration, affecting manufacturing and industrial production.

What is the primary concern for markets according to the first section?

• The increase in manufacturing numbers

• The rise of new elections in Italy

• The impact on the euro and European assets

• The growth of industrial production

What potential outcome could be more positive for Italian assets?

• A government with no clear majority

• A right-of-center government

• A left-of-center government

• A coalition government

What is a growing risk in Italy that might affect the market?

• New elections

• Increased manufacturing

• Higher industrial production

• Decreased political uncertainty

What is the current trend in Europe's economy as discussed in the final section?

• Stability

• Acceleration

• Deceleration

• Growth

How is Italy affecting the European economy according to the final section?

• By increasing manufacturing output

• By pulling down the economic growth

• By stabilizing political uncertainty

• By boosting industrial production