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Joonatan Jakobs

Cyprus: A Small Country Raises Big Questions

The Cypriot bailout rekindled many fears about the eurozone’s ability to stay together.

Joonatan JakobsApril 14, 2013January 1, 2020

European Central Bank Signals Willingness to Intervene

Mario Draghi appears to open the door to further action to stave off the prospect of the euro’s collapse.

Joonatan JakobsJuly 29, 2012February 18, 2021

European Banking Union Step Toward “Transfer Union”

The interconnectedness of European banks and states necessitates closer union.

Joonatan JakobsJuly 21, 2012November 13, 2021

Greek Debt Agreement Met With Cautious Optimism

Having reduced its gargantuan debt burden, the Greek government can say, from here, things will get better.

Joonatan JakobsMarch 16, 2012December 31, 2019

European Fiscal Compact Could Be Challenged

Despite Germany’s push for a European fiscal compact, events may trigger a serious deviation from the proposed path.

Joonatan JakobsDecember 14, 2011August 22, 2019

Europe’s “Comprehensive” Plan Raises More Questions

The process is a gamble on how long the eurozone can afford to muddle through.

Joonatan JakobsOctober 31, 2011January 2, 2020

Eurobonds Thwarted by German High Court

A German court decision puts the issuance of eurobonds on hold.

Joonatan JakobsSeptember 19, 2011November 13, 2021

Eurobond Faces Major Obstacles

How would eurobonds work and why are they unpopular in the economically stronger north of Europe?

Joonatan JakobsAugust 23, 2011October 24, 2019

Eurozone Crisis Enters New Phase

Joonatan Jakobs is more optimistic about Europe’s ability to emerge from its debt crisis but many uncertainties linger.

Joonatan JakobsAugust 1, 2011October 24, 2019

Europe Aims to Regulate Credit Rating Agencies

Joonatan Jakobs is skeptical whether European reforms efforts will improve competition in the credit rating market.

Joonatan JakobsJuly 14, 2011August 23, 2017

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