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2017 OECD Economic Outlook, Volume 2017 Issue 2

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The OECD Economic Outlook is the OECD's twice-yearly analysis of the major economic trends and prospects for the next two years. The Outlook puts forward a consistent set of projections for output, employment, prices, fiscal and current account balances.

Coverage is provided for all OECD member countries as well as for selected non-member countries. This issue includes a general assessment, a special chapter on resilience in a time of high debt, a chapter summarising developments and providing projections for each individual country and a statistical annex.

 

English Also available in: French, German

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Economic growth increased in 2017 and is projected to stabilise at 1.7% in 2018 and 2019. Private consumption will be an important driver of growth. Government investment will be strong in 2018 and private investment will support growth. Inflation will increase due to tightening labour markets and higher wages.

English Also available in: German, French

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