Volcanic eruption won’t prompt economic meltdown

Worries are growing that the paralysis of European air travel, caused by the volcanic eruption in Iceland, could have a damaging impact on European recovery prospects. But while there is no doubt that it will hit certain sectors hard, the overall impact on the economy should be limited.

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