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(Bloomberg) -- Euro-area private-sector activity rose to a nine-month high, masking sustained weakness in the bloc's top two economies.

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(Bloomberg) -- The International Monetary Fund struck a cautiously optimistic tone on Europe's economy, while warning that the longer-term outlook still faces challenges.

(Bloomberg) -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is optimistic on his country's economic prospects, citing record employment and slowing inflation thanks to falling energy costs.

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(Bloomberg) -- Euro-area private-sector activity advanced to the highest level in almost a year, driven by a buoyant services sector and Germany's return to growth.

(Bloomberg) -- European Central Bank Governing Council member Fabio Panetta warned that a return to ultra-low interest rates may be required if cuts aren't made soon.

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