Recession and Depression – Page 20

With Recession Looming, Big European Economies Still Show Some Growth

Germany surprised economists by expanding in the third quarter, but the French and Spanish economies both slowed down.

In fact, G.O.P. policies would make inflation worse.

Gross domestic product increased 0.6 percent after two quarters of decline, but key components continue to show an economic slowdown.

Inflation may not be the only answer.

Federal Reserve and White House officials spent last week quizzing investors and economists about the risks of a British-style meltdown at home.