Long-run impact of the crisis in Europe: reforms and austerity measures

Fernanda Nechio

FRBSF Economic Letter, 2011, issue mar7

Abstract: The euro area faces its first sovereign debt crisis, highlighting the fiscal imbalances of member countries. Troubled countries are implementing austerity measures, with adjustments focusing on the short and medium run. However, a long-run solution to Europe's problems requires economic reforms that increase competitiveness and reduce labor costs in the peripheral countries. Such reforms would promote convergence of the euro-area economies and enhance the long-run sustainability of monetary union.

Keywords: Financial crises; Economic conditions - Europe; European Union; Debt (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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