And as governments invest heavily in economic stimulus plans, their deficits are expected to soar to about 7.5 percent of gross domestic product - more than twice the limit allowed under EU rules.
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Investment intentions for the year ahead were mixed, with increases in spending expected in product and process innovation but declines forecast in training and retraining and investment in buildings.
Over past few weeks, U.S. data, including stronger-than-expected gross domestic product and jobs reports, have pointed to an economy that is no longer decelerating.