05.06.2008 17:09

ECB TRICHET: ECB Staff 2008 GDP range 1.5-2.1% vs Mar 1.3-2.1%

- 2009 GDP range 1.0-2.0% vs Mar 1.3-2.3%
- current real GDP 2008 forecasts due good 1Q outcome
- Annual 2009 GDP rate masks that Q/Q GDP to recover