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Economy

German economic sentiment climbs to 4-year high, defying Trump tariffs

Germany’s economic confidence jumped to a four-year high in January. ZEW data show stronger optimism in export sectors, though markets remain cautious amid rising trade risks.

Economy

Can Europe's military spending revive economic growth?

Europe is ramping up defence spending, led by Germany, with economists expecting a modest boost to growth. While rising orders support activity, long production lags and structural headwinds may limit the economic pay-off.

Economy

Greenland’s value explained: Could Trump really buy the Danish island?

Greenland’s economy may be small, but its real value is tied to Arctic security and vast mineral reserves. Trump’s interest in it reflects US efforts to counter China’s dominance in sourcing critical raw materials.

Markets

Why Latin American markets are leading global returns in 2026

Latin American markets such as Chile, Peru, and Argentina are leading global returns in recent months, driven by rising commodity prices, a weaker dollar, political catalysts, and reform momentum.

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Markets

A new year of returns: Five European stocks that shine in January

While January is not typically the best-performing month for European stocks, recent years have seen strong gains. Historical data highlights five stocks with consistent January outperformance.

Economy

Eurozone inflation falls to ECB’s 2% target as price pressures ease

Inflation in the eurozone returned to the European Central Bank’s 2% target in December, offering reassurance to policymakers as price pressures continue to ease.

Economy

Bank of Japan hikes interest rates: Is a global bond crisis looming?

The Bank of Japan lifted interest rates to their highest level in three decades, signalling further tightening ahead. The shift is reviving concerns over rising global bond yields and the risk of capital repatriation from Japanese investors.

Economy

ECB's Lagarde: AI fuels investment, no rate path set

ECB President Christine Lagarde kept rates unchanged, citing persistent uncertainty and strong AI-driven investment.

Economy

France's economic outlook for 2026: How heavy is the debt burden?

France’s economic outlook for 2026 remains constrained by rising debt, high deficits, and political deadlock. Growth is set to recover modestly, but limited fiscal consolidation and reform fatigue continue to weigh on the economy.

Economy

German manufacturing contracts again: Is eurozone growth at risk?

Germany's manufacturing sector contracted further in December, dragging down eurozone output. While services remain resilient, inflationary pressures persist.

Markets

European banks' best year on record: What's the outlook for 2026?

European bank stocks posted their strongest year on record in 2025, fuelled by resilient growth, high margins, and capital returns. Looking to 2026, the focus is now shifting to earnings growth, efficiency gains, and sustained shareholder payouts.

Economy

'Europe's existential crisis': ECB's Lagarde calls for urgent reforms

ECB President Christine Lagarde urged the European Commission to dismantle internal trade barriers, warning they stifle competitiveness.

Economy

A historic year for gold: Could prices climb higher in 2026?

Gold soared over 60% in 2025, driven by geopolitical risks, rate cuts, and central bank demand. Many experts see further upside in 2026, with gold's role as a safe-haven asset still firmly intact.

Economy

China bets big on exports, but will Europe’s economy pay the price?

China’s export surge threatens Europe’s economy, with Goldman Sachs warning of GDP losses in Germany, Italy, France, and Spain due to rising competition and weak EU policy responses.

Markets

Why are European natural gas prices tumbling despite the cold winter?

European gas prices are tumbling despite cold weather and below-average storage, as surging US LNG flows flood the market. The TTF-Henry Hub spread, the price difference between European and US natural gas, has narrowed sharply.

Economy

European bond yields are rising again, but inflation isn't to blame

European bond yields are rising despite stable inflation data as a surge in Japanese yields fuels global market repricing.

Markets

European markets often soar in December, but what’s behind the rally?

December has historically delivered strong gains for European stocks, with the EURO STOXX 50, DAX, and CAC 40 often rallying in the second half of the month. Driven by fund manager behaviour and seasonal trends, this “Santa rally” remains a reliable market pattern.

Business

Going green: Will high energy costs derail Europe's climate goals?

Electricity prices threaten to stall Europe’s decarbonisation efforts while industries face a growing competitiveness crisis, according to experts.

Economy

Eurozone economy grows again, but one big problem isn’t going away

Services are fuelling eurozone growth, but weak manufacturing and rising costs continue to weigh on the economy.

Business

Is the AI bubble about to burst, and what's driving analyst jitters?

AI stocks face bubble fears, but analysts say surging demand and infrastructure bottlenecks — not speculation — are the real issue.

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