Economic growth continues to strengthen in euro market

Following more subdued developments in 2005, the outlook continues to improve for economic growth in the euro area, according to Jean-Claude Trichet, president of the European Central Bank. He says: "It appears growth is continuing to strengthen and broaden in the first half of 2006. The conditions remain in place for solid growth over the coming quarters, while activity in the world economy remains strong, providing support for euro area exports." Trichet also anticipates investment activity will remain strong, as it benefits from an extended period of very favourable financing condi...