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EFSF/ECB support for Spain: some unanswered questions

The ECB’s statement last week that it might buy Spanish bonds if the government first applies for EFSF support has left many questions unanswered, which we address in this Update. In short, it seems likely that Spain will apply for and receive support from both the EFSF and ECB in time, but the funds that are currently available are unlikely to be enough to solve the country’s problems.

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