Greece: Higher GDP Growth at What Cost?

Dimitri B. Papadimitriou, Gennaro Zezza and Giuliano Toshiro Yajima

Economics Policy Note Archive from Levy Economics Institute

Abstract: In 2022, Greek GDP grew at a higher rate than the eurozone average as the nation’s economy rebounded from the COVID-19 shock. However, it was not all welcome news. In particular, Greece registered its largest current account deficit since 2009. Despite a widespread focus on fiscal profligacy, it is excessive current account and trade deficits--largely caused by private sector imbalances--that are at the root of Greece’s multiple economic challenges. This policy note identifies the major determinants causing the deterioration of the current account balance in order to devise appropriate corrective policies.

Date: 2023-05
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