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Greece Explores Accelerated Repayment of Bailout-Era Debt

Greece is evaluating options to retire additional bailout-era loans beyond its previously announced early repayment schedule, according to a person familiar with the matter. The nation has committed to an early repayment of €6.1 billion in bailout loans next month. If Greece accesses additional capital through market borrowing, the country would consider accelerating repayment of official sector debt obligations. Alternatively, Greek authorities are examining a bond buyback program as another option. No final decision has been made regarding which strategy the government will pursue.