Eurogroup head Centeno: Euro-area fundamentals stronger than before crisis

Speaking at the Eurogroup meeting, Eurogroup head Mario Centeno said that the euro-area fundamentals were stronger than before the crisis.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

• Economic slowdown caused mainly by political risks.
• Will review Italy at end of spring.
• Time for Italian government to execute quite demanding budget.
• Broad support for Lane’s ECB appointment.