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2006 OECD Economic Outlook, Volume 2006 Issue 2

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Twice a year, the OECD Economic Outlook analyses the major trends and examines the economic policies required to foster high and sustainable growth in member countries. Developments in major non-OECD economies are also evaluated. The present issue covers the outlook to end-2008. Together with a wide range of cross-country statistics, the Outlook provides a unique tool to keep abreast of world economic developments.

In addition to the themes featured regularly, this issue contains a special chapter entitled Has the rise in debt made households more vulnerable?, which addresses the following questions:

  • What factors explain the observed rise in household debt in many OECD countries?
  • Have asset price movements offset the impact on households’ financial positions?
  • Are some sectors or groups particularly vulnerable to adverse asset market or income developments?

English Also available in: French, German

Sweden

The Swedish economy is growing dynamically, driven in particular by domestic demand. With growth projected to be 4.3% this year and 3.6% next, the output gap will be pushed further into positive territory. Although labour shortages are visible in construction, wage growth is not yet picking up. Underlying inflation remains at very low levels but is expected to rise over the projection period.

English Also available in: French

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