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Eastern turbulence has weakened the city’s standing

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May 15, 2012

Regional ambitions thwarted

Eastern turbulence has weakened the city’s standing

Michael Haupl ©Reuters May 15, 2012

Michael Häupl: Formidable politician keen to foster excellent quality of life

The city’s mayor has gone unchallenged for 18 years, reports Haig Simonian

May 15, 2012

Banking: Managers hope the worst is past

Exposure to eastern and central Europe has been a burden, writes Eric Frey

Andreas Treichl, Erste Group CEO ©Shaun Curry May 15, 2012

Andreas Treichl: A sceptical view of city’s prospects

Haig Simonian speaks to Austria’s best known banker

Steel worker ©Bloomberg May 15, 2012

Economy: Service sector has grown in significance

Manufacturing is tied to global supply chains, especially via Germany, writes Eric Frey

May 15, 2012

Capital inflows: Tax accord with Switzerland may bring in billions

The government hopes a series of deals will boost revenue, writes Haig Simonian

Heinz-Christian Strache ©Getty May 15, 2012

Politics: Far right poses threat but may not win power

The Freedom party rides high in polls but is unlikely to influence government, says Eric Frey

May 15, 2012

Property funds: Tough times leave main operators diminished

Groups hope that a period of stability will restore confidence, writes Haig Simonian

the neighbourhood around the Naschmarkt ©Alamy May 15, 2012

Real estate: A popular place for wealthy foreigners to set up home

Buyers put a premium on political stability, reports Eric Frey

Birgit Kuras ©Reuters May 15, 2012

Birgit Kuras: Passion for privatisations and initial public offerings

The co-chief of the stock exchange talks to Haig Simonian

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