Where do you come up with this stuff?
From places like wsj.com, linked below (I hope properly):
“As Ukraine Calls in Lazard, Here’s How Restructuring Could Play Out “
“Ukraine’s bonds have been on the rocks for the last few months, reflecting investor fears of potential losses. Now those fears could become a reality.
Ukraine has appointed debt-restructuring specialist Lazard LAZ -0.46% to manage consultations with bond holders, according to people familiar with the matter, as the cash-strapped country scrambles to ease its debt burden and the stresses on its finances.
Last week, Ukraine’s Finance Minister Natalie Jaresko said the country intended to hold talks with bond holders after requesting an extended fund facility from the International Monetary Fund that would allow Kiev more time to shore up its finances.”
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And Voice of America...
“Ukraine Asks IMF for New Rescue Package “
“WASHINGTON—
Ukraine has asked the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new and broader bailout package and will attempt to renegotiate its debt with bond holders.
IMF chief Christine Lagarde announced the request made by Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko on Wednesday after a meeting the two had on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Lagarde said the Ukraine leader was intending to replace the country’s current $17 billion rescue package with a new one. Lagarde said she will submit the request to the IMF board for immediate consideration.”
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(excerpt, read more at this link):
http://www.voanews.com/content/ukraine-asks-imf-for-new-rescue-package/2609202.html