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Greece takes a step back from the brink

With signs that Europe is perhaps finally getting its act together and is close to finalising a bailout package, the chances of a near term Greek Government default have greatly diminished. While there are still one or two potential sticking points, we expect the financial package to be fully in place before €8.1bn of Greek government debt matures on 19th May.

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