Reopening Row…President Trump has played down accusations from U.S. governors who say they lack the Coronavirus testing equipment to re-open their states. The May WTI contract slumps to its lowest level since 1999 on fears the U.S. is approaching peak storage capacity. The ECB is reportedly considering a European bad bank to avoid subsequent NPL crises but it faces opposition from Brussels to stick to state aid rules. Around Europe there are signs of lockdowns easing, with Germany reopening parts of its economy. Spain is extending confinement but easing restrictions while the UK cabinet is reportedly showing signs of disagreement over an exit strategy.

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