Europe's Debt Crisis May Saddle Germany

by Eric Westervelt, NPR

The huge national debts of Spain, Portugal, Italy and especially Greece are dragging down the Euro; and affecting U.S. stock prices. Shares fell sharply on Wall Street Monday — in large part because of concerns about Europe's debt crisis. The jitters are even affecting Europe's strongest economy Germany, which might find itself expected to bail out its weaker Euro partners.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, February 9, 2010