Even if handled well, the difficult business of debt reduction will hold back the rich world's economies for several more years.

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It would seem to be a slam dunk for Nintendo, since any fully-fledged Pokemon title would surely be a smash hit for the brand if handled even remotely well.

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The gloomiest prophets are talking of a recession, but most predictions are for growth this year of 3-4%, if the power crisis is handled well.

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