Latest indicators suggest that the growth outlook for the region generally remains good. While domestic demand is now slowing in most countries, from very strong levels last year, there are notable exceptions: the Polish and Russian economies show no sign of easing and rapid growth is fuelling concerns about overheating in Estonia and Latvia. By contrast, fiscal tightening in Hungary is beginning to slow growth and stoke inflation.
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