Economy

Falling real reflects the country's weakening economic outlook.

Liquidity problem in Treasuries market may be unintended consequence of financial regulations, and will likely worsen when interest rates rise.

Since Alexis Tsipras was elected prime minister, investors and economists have been speculating on whether Greece will stay on the euro.

Interest rates will likely begin rising midyear, depending on inflation and changes to the global economy.

Last year, the virtual currency was a worse investment than oil or the ruble, but some investors are keeping the faith.

Central banks around the world escalate deflation fight, and government bonds benefit.