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64 Banks Face Stress Test Amid Predicted GDP Contraction

1/21/2025

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The European Banking Authority is set to put 64 banks in the EU and Norway to the test, simulating potential geopolitical tensions and trade wars. With predictions of a staggering 6.3% GDP contraction by 2027, the results, due in August, will be crucial for supervisors to determine banks' capital requirements in times of crisis.

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The European Banking Authority is set to put 64 banks in the EU and Norway to the test, simulating potential geopolitical tensions and trade wars. With predictions of a staggering 6.3% GDP contraction by 2027, the results, due in August, will be crucial for supervisors to determine banks' capital requirements in times of crisis.