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Analysis-Britain takes fight to restore investor faith into 2023
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German downturn eases further, lifting some gloom – flash PMI
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Bundesbank sees recession, higher inflation in Germany
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French economic contraction worsened in December – flash PMI
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ECB’s Villeroy: Match against inflation is not over
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For bear stock pickers, 2023 is full of rich pickings
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No Santa rally for markets as central banks dampen peak rate hopes
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India rupee settlement mechanism draws interest from more nations
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Analysis: Deutsche Bank’s rollercoaster ride towards more stability
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