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We understand that compromises are necessary to complete banking union
Outgoing ECB president ‘optimistic’ that the political debate is shifting
Dutch lender even suggests moving own HQ to Frankfurt should it be successful
EU’s banking regulator launches probe into Danish and Estonian watchdogs
As long as continent-wide deposit insurance remains out of reach, mergers will be risky
Stronger tools are needed to ensure success in the event of a new crisis
Agreement overhauls bloc’s crisis-fighting toolkit but leaves out sharper implements
Ministers meet to discuss four ways to prevent future meltdowns
A guarantee scheme is crucial, writes economic advisor to German government
Review finds too much power still lies with national authorities
A bargain is looking more likely, but will ignore what matters most
Governments should welcome Brussels’ proposal for synthetic bonds
Plan faces resistance from rich states wary of underwriting weaker countries’ debt
In implicit rebuke to Germany, Vítor Constâncio highlights reforms by southern countries
Backing for Macron project of more economic and monetary integration
Finance minister backs common backstop for region banks but falls short of Macron aims
A stronger financial system can help safeguard liberal values
The president’s plans for deeper EU integration meet German resistance
Valdis Dombrovskis says time is running out to complete reform project
A ‘Nixon in China’ move would bring great rewards
Macron and Merkel seek to overcome stalemate in negotiations to reach deal by June
French president conveys frustration a slow pace of talks to bolster single currency
Dutch take firm line on budget rules and call for action on deficits and bad loans
Could a change of perspective identify areas of agreement?
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