Risks for Europe in 2019

The video discusses the persistent disappointing economic data in Europe, focusing on manufacturing orders and industrial production declines. It highlights Germany's economic weakness and its impact on the eurozone. The video also examines the falling economic sentiment across the euro area and the surprise in economic data that has confounded economists. Finally, it questions the implications for the European Central Bank's policies, particularly in light of Mario Draghi's tenure.

What was the overall sentiment regarding economic data in Italy, Spain, and France?

What implications does the disappointing data have for the European Central Bank?