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The Two-Way
Cypriots Are Suspicious, But Bailout Deal Seems Set
March 25, 2013 The $13 billion bailout has some tough conditions. It is aimed at shoring up the island nation's banking sector and making sure its problems don't spread to other nations. But many Cypriots think their creditors have other intentions.
The Two-Way
Stocks Slide On Fears About Europe, Other Worries
July 23, 2012 Traders reacted to word that Europe's debt crisis may be deepening, China's economy may slow and some U.S. companies' earnings may be disappointing.
Planet Money
The European Central Bank's Guide To Influence
July 13, 2012 As heavily indebted European countries have seen their options dwindle, the ECB has flexed its muscle — and not always subtly.
The Two-Way
Vigilantes Are Targeting Immigrants In Greece, Human Rights Watch Says
July 10, 2012 The watchdog group says beatings are becoming all-too-common as some groups take out their frustrations on newcomers. Amnesty International has also recently released a report criticizing Greek police for excessive violence against migrants.
Planet Money
A Baby Step Toward A United States Of Europe
June 29, 2012 If the euro is to survive, the eurozone needs to be more like one country, and less like a bunch of different countries that happen to sit on the same continent.
The Two-Way
Europe's New Deal Has Markets Cheering
June 29, 2012 At a summit in Brussels, leaders agreed to steps that were more bold than expected. A key part of the plan: Loans from a bailout fund will go directly to troubled banks in Spain. So the Spanish government won't pile up more debt.
Planet Money
Hiding In Every Euro: Signs Of Doom!
June 26, 2012 Euro notes contain clues that suggest the common currency may not end well.
The Two-Way
Spain's Borrowing Costs Soar; Latest 'Ominous Sign' In Europe
June 19, 2012 Investors are demanding sharply higher rates. That's adding to the pressure on world leaders to do more to get Europe's financial crisis under control.
Planet Money
Another All-Downside-No-Upside Weekend For Europe
June 18, 2012 Every time, there's the possibility of disaster if things don't go well. If things do go well, it means only that the disaster is postponed.
The Two-Way
Market Rally Fades As Investors Turn Attention From Greece To Spain
June 18, 2012 Financial markets heaved sighs of relief about Sunday's vote in Greece and then got back to worrying about Europe's financial crisis.
Planet Money
An Austerity Wedding, With No Money For A Dress
June 15, 2012 Katerina Margaritou is getting married in Athens next week — three days after the Greek election that has the world on edge.
The Two-Way
Central Banks 'On Standby' As Greek Elections Loom
June 15, 2012 Greeks head to the polls on Sunday for elections that could lead to their nation dumping the euro. The ripple effects from that could be severe.
