http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:46 +0200 Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:46 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/housing-finance-and-climate-resilience-dominate-latin-american-agenda-at-wuf13 http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/housing-finance-and-climate-resilience-dominate-latin-american-agenda-at-wuf13 Mon, 25 May 2026 18:29:11 +0200 Latin American leaders at World Urban Forum 13 called for new housing finance models, stronger private investment and climate-resilient urban development. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/mena-leaders-call-for-housing-to-go-beyond-bricks-and-mortar-at-baku-forum http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/mena-leaders-call-for-housing-to-go-beyond-bricks-and-mortar-at-baku-forum Mon, 25 May 2026 18:11:20 +0200 Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Morocco took to the stage at WUF13 in Baku to argue that housing policy must go beyond construction — linking shelter to jobs, climate resilience and human dignity. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/tokyo-governor-urges-global-capitals-to-share-best-practices-in-astana-visit http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/tokyo-governor-urges-global-capitals-to-share-best-practices-in-astana-visit Mon, 25 May 2026 17:26:41 +0200 Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike discussed hydrogen energy, AI cooperation and urban resilience during visits to the Netherlands and Kazakhstan. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/meo-demands-82-million-compensation-from-state-over-huawei-5g-exclusion http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/meo-demands-82-million-compensation-from-state-over-huawei-5g-exclusion Mon, 25 May 2026 16:57:40 +0200 Portuguese telecoms operator Meo is taking the state to court over its decision to ban Huawei equipment from 5G networks, arguing the move caused serious financial damage. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/finnish-smart-ring-maker-oura-plans-ipo-at-over-9-billion-as-wearable-market-heats-up http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/25/finnish-smart-ring-maker-oura-plans-ipo-at-over-9-billion-as-wearable-market-heats-up Mon, 25 May 2026 10:57:00 +0200 The Finnish company behind the Oura Ring, a wearable health tracking device, is moving towards a Wall Street listing that could become one of the most valuable IPOs of a European firm this year. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-clinches-new-trade-deal-with-mexico-to-bolster-its-foothold-in-latin-america http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-clinches-new-trade-deal-with-mexico-to-bolster-its-foothold-in-latin-america Fri, 22 May 2026 22:16:30 +0200 EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa signed an updated trade deal with Mexico on Friday, two decades after the original agreement, as both parties seek to reduce their dependence on the US and China amid rising geopolitical tensions. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/average-rent-now-swallows-987-of-young-workers-pay-for-one-person-flats-in-spain http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/average-rent-now-swallows-987-of-young-workers-pay-for-one-person-flats-in-spain Fri, 22 May 2026 18:45:34 +0200 The youth emancipation rate fell to 14.5% in 2025, the worst figure on record, says Spain's Youth Council, adding that a young person must spend almost all their wages to rent a home alone. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/do-not-get-100-of-your-supply-from-one-country-eu-industry-chief-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/do-not-get-100-of-your-supply-from-one-country-eu-industry-chief-says Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:56 +0200 The warning from EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné comes as China has repeatedly threatened the EU in recent weeks while Brussels moves to shield its single market from the Asian giant. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/5-things-to-know-about-openais-potentially-record-breaking-ipo-plans http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/5-things-to-know-about-openais-potentially-record-breaking-ipo-plans Fri, 22 May 2026 16:13:20 +0200 The maker of ChatGPT is preparing to go public in what could be the largest stock market debut in history — if SpaceX does not get there first. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/egypt-to-ship-cypriot-gas-to-europe-in-qatarenergy-deal http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/egypt-to-ship-cypriot-gas-to-europe-in-qatarenergy-deal Fri, 22 May 2026 15:42:00 +0200 QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil have signed a deal with Egypt to pipe Cypriot offshore gas to Egyptian liquefaction facilities for export to Europe — the latest sign that Egypt is becoming the Eastern Mediterranean's dominant energy hub. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/german-business-morale-improves-despite-iran-war-disruption-to-energy-markets http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/german-business-morale-improves-despite-iran-war-disruption-to-energy-markets Fri, 22 May 2026 15:31:44 +0200 German business confidence rose unexpectedly in May, breaking a run of declines linked to the Iran war and offering cautious optimism that Europe's largest economy is proving more resilient than initially feared. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/ibm-adds-market-value-of-adidas-after-trumps-quantum-computing-push http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/ibm-adds-market-value-of-adidas-after-trumps-quantum-computing-push Fri, 22 May 2026 12:28:11 +0200 Quantum computing stocks surged after the Trump administration announced more than $2 billion (€1.7bn) in federal support for the sector. IBM received the largest investment and shares rose over 12% adding more than $27 billion (€23.2bn) in market capitalisation. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/leonardo-to-equip-kuwait-patrol-vessels-strengthening-italys-presence-in-the-gulf http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/leonardo-to-equip-kuwait-patrol-vessels-strengthening-italys-presence-in-the-gulf Fri, 22 May 2026 12:24:32 +0200 The Italian group has signed a €320 million deal with Abu Dhabi Ship Building to supply FALAJ 3 OPV naval combat systems to Kuwait, bolstering Italy’s commercial and military role in the Persian Gulf. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-green-economy-booms-as-solar-energy-grows-at-record-pace-whats-the-most-profitable-sect http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-green-economy-booms-as-solar-energy-grows-at-record-pace-whats-the-most-profitable-sect Fri, 22 May 2026 12:10:31 +0200 EU countries doubled their green-economy output in less than 10 years. Will this continue despite some scaling back of green policies? http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/global-markets-rise-as-iran-war-uncertainty-keeps-oil-elevated http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/22/global-markets-rise-as-iran-war-uncertainty-keeps-oil-elevated Fri, 22 May 2026 10:39:10 +0200 Markets climbed on Friday as hopes of a breakthrough in US-Iran negotiations steadied investor nerves, but with Hormuz shipping still disrupted and oil above $100, uncertainty has far from lifted. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/historic-uk-trade-deal-with-gulf-states-set-to-add-billions-to-british-economy http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/historic-uk-trade-deal-with-gulf-states-set-to-add-billions-to-british-economy Thu, 21 May 2026 17:02:09 +0200 The deal is the first of its kind between the GCC and a G7 country, and will scrap tariffs on billions of euros worth of British exports. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/ahead-of-the-spacex-ipo-a-look-at-the-biggest-stock-market-debuts-ever http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/ahead-of-the-spacex-ipo-a-look-at-the-biggest-stock-market-debuts-ever Thu, 21 May 2026 16:10:10 +0200 From Saudi Aramco to Facebook, these are the biggest IPOs in history and why SpaceX could dwarf them all. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/easyjet-losses-deepen-as-iran-war-drives-fuel-costs-higher-and-hits-bookings http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/easyjet-losses-deepen-as-iran-war-drives-fuel-costs-higher-and-hits-bookings Thu, 21 May 2026 15:08:44 +0200 EasyJet reported wider first-half losses as the Iran war pushed up fuel costs and weakened demand. The airline warned of continued pressure from higher prices and softer summer bookings despite strong growth in its holidays business. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/ai-bidding-wars-the-talent-making-a-fortune-as-big-tech-firms-fight-it-out http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/ai-bidding-wars-the-talent-making-a-fortune-as-big-tech-firms-fight-it-out Thu, 21 May 2026 13:45:53 +0200 As Big Tech and a whole cohort of new-generation AI start-ups race towards artificial general intelligence (AGI), elite researchers and engineering leaders have become the equivalent of franchise athletes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/21/airbnb-expands-beyond-rentals-with-ai-planning-tools-airport-pickups-and-world-cup-experie http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/21/airbnb-expands-beyond-rentals-with-ai-planning-tools-airport-pickups-and-world-cup-experie Thu, 21 May 2026 12:55:30 +0200 The holiday rental giant is expanding far beyond accommodation, adding car hires, luggage storage, boutique hotels, AI-powered planning tools and exclusive travel experiences. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/21/eu-cuts-2026-growth-forecast-as-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-pushes-inflation-up http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/21/eu-cuts-2026-growth-forecast-as-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-pushes-inflation-up Thu, 21 May 2026 11:41:58 +0200 The EU has downgraded its 2026 economic growth forecast after the Strait of Hormuz crisis sent energy prices sharply higher earlier this year. With no end to the conflict in sight, rising energy costs are fuelling tensions among member states calling for additional fiscal support measures. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/nvidia-beats-expectations-again-as-ai-boom-drives-revenue-surge-but-shares-slip http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/21/nvidia-beats-expectations-again-as-ai-boom-drives-revenue-surge-but-shares-slip Thu, 21 May 2026 08:50:27 +0200 The world's most valuable company beat forecasts as revenues jumped 85%. Yet rising competition and efforts to diversify beyond big tech left investors cautious, sending shares lower in late trading. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/irs-settlement-blocks-tax-audits-targeting-trump-and-family-members http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/irs-settlement-blocks-tax-audits-targeting-trump-and-family-members Wed, 20 May 2026 14:02:18 +0200 The US Department of Justice has released an additional filing linked to the Trump-IRS settlement, preventing the federal agency from pursuing existing tax audits involving the US president, his family and affiliated businesses. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/as-iran-mulls-tariffs-on-hormuz-internet-cables-how-might-the-fees-threaten-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/as-iran-mulls-tariffs-on-hormuz-internet-cables-how-might-the-fees-threaten-europe Wed, 20 May 2026 13:32:44 +0200 The move could raise connectivity costs and create greater digital vulnerability for Europe, but some experts argue that the continent has enough backup bandwidth to survive without access to the cables in the Strait of Hormuz. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/spain-steps-on-the-gas-76-of-firms-now-have-a-reindustrialisation-strategy http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/spain-steps-on-the-gas-76-of-firms-now-have-a-reindustrialisation-strategy Wed, 20 May 2026 11:42:20 +0200 Planned investment for the next three years is falling even as AI cements its role as a crucial economic driver. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/goldman-sachs-reportedly-selected-to-lead-spacex-ipo-in-landmark-wall-street-deal http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/20/goldman-sachs-reportedly-selected-to-lead-spacex-ipo-in-landmark-wall-street-deal Wed, 20 May 2026 11:20:47 +0200 Goldman Sachs has reportedly secured the leading underwriting role for SpaceX’s expected stock market debut this year in a move that paves the way for the largest IPO in history. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/eu-approves-trade-deal-with-the-us-despite-uncertainty-in-transatlantic-relations http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/eu-approves-trade-deal-with-the-us-despite-uncertainty-in-transatlantic-relations Wed, 20 May 2026 02:31:31 +0200 European negotiators agreed late on Tuesday to implement the controversial trade agreement concluded last summer with the US. However, the deal — signed in the Scottish city of Turnberry — remains fragile as long as US President Donald Trump continues to use tariffs as a tool of political pressure. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/19/playstation-plus-price-hikes-spark-backlash-from-gamers-as-sony-raises-subscription http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/19/playstation-plus-price-hikes-spark-backlash-from-gamers-as-sony-raises-subscription Tue, 19 May 2026 13:31:44 +0200 Sony is increasing the price of PlayStation Plus memberships in several markets. The decision has prompted criticism from players who argue that subscription gaming is becoming increasingly expensive. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/18/as-trade-war-with-china-looms-how-can-the-eu-defend-itself http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/18/as-trade-war-with-china-looms-how-can-the-eu-defend-itself Mon, 18 May 2026 18:17:35 +0200 The European Commission is considering a range of tools to shield the bloc from cheap Chinese imports, including reducing its dependence on Chinese components and imposing tariffs on strategic sectors. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/ryanair-profits-surge-40-to-226-billion-despite-boeing-delays-and-fuel-crisis http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/ryanair-profits-surge-40-to-226-billion-despite-boeing-delays-and-fuel-crisis Mon, 18 May 2026 12:31:05 +0200 Europe’s largest low-cost airline posted record annual profits as rising fares and sustained travel demand helped offset aircraft delivery delays and mounting uncertainty in global fuel markets due to the Iran war. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/how-dropbox-makes-remote-jobs-work-as-more-firms-return-to-the-office http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/how-dropbox-makes-remote-jobs-work-as-more-firms-return-to-the-office Mon, 18 May 2026 11:11:26 +0200 Dropbox says its fully remote model has strengthened recruitment, improved retention and supported financial performance, even as many employers tighten office attendance policies introduced after the COVID-19 pandemic. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/oil-prices-climb-as-donald-trump-signals-tougher-action-on-iran http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/18/oil-prices-climb-as-donald-trump-signals-tougher-action-on-iran Mon, 18 May 2026 07:00:10 +0200 Oil prices climbed on Monday and European markets opened lower as US President Donald Trump sent a new warning to Iran via social media. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/17/from-cars-to-defence-mercedes-benz-signals-openness-to-military-sector http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/17/from-cars-to-defence-mercedes-benz-signals-openness-to-military-sector Sun, 17 May 2026 12:05:52 +0200 While Germany’s automotive sector is coming under growing pressure, defence companies are increasingly eyeing its factories, skilled workers and industrial expertise. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/16/nvidia-surpasses-germany-how-the-market-caps-of-tech-giants-compare-to-top-economies http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/16/nvidia-surpasses-germany-how-the-market-caps-of-tech-giants-compare-to-top-economies Sat, 16 May 2026 07:00:06 +0200 Nvidia’s market capitalisation ($5.7 trillion) has overtaken Germany’s GDP ($5.45 trillion). The combined value of the five largest US companies now exceeds the total GDP of Europe’s five largest economies. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/trump-discloses-stock-trades-revealing-massive-gains-in-2026-with-bets-on-big-tech http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/trump-discloses-stock-trades-revealing-massive-gains-in-2026-with-bets-on-big-tech Fri, 15 May 2026 13:13:39 +0200 A newly released ethics filing has revealed that US President Donald Trump made over 3,600 stock trades during the first quarter of 2026 with a value of between $220 million (€188mn) and $750 million (€641mn). http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/marc-jacobs-parts-ways-with-lvmh-after-nearly-30-years http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/marc-jacobs-parts-ways-with-lvmh-after-nearly-30-years Fri, 15 May 2026 11:41:22 +0200 The American designer, 63, will stay on as creative director as his label changes hands for the first time in three decades, with LVMH pressing ahead with a broader portfolio clear-out. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/greeces-budget-surplus-of-5bn-blows-past-forecasts-in-first-quarter-of-2026 http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/greeces-budget-surplus-of-5bn-blows-past-forecasts-in-first-quarter-of-2026 Fri, 15 May 2026 11:19:53 +0200 Greece's primary budget surplus reached €5.175bn in the first three months of 2026 — more than double the €2.298bn target — though the ministry said one-off transfers and early fund receipts inflated the headline figure. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/cristiano-ronaldo-adds-free-sports-streamer-to-his-business-empire-ahead-of-the-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/cristiano-ronaldo-adds-free-sports-streamer-to-his-business-empire-ahead-of-the-world-cup Fri, 15 May 2026 10:26:37 +0200 The channel will be responsible for showing 34 matches from the 2026 World Cup, live and at no cost to viewers, including all the matches of the Portuguese national football team. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/byd-in-talks-to-buy-idle-european-car-plants-as-it-eyes-maserati http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/15/byd-in-talks-to-buy-idle-european-car-plants-as-it-eyes-maserati Fri, 15 May 2026 09:12:05 +0200 BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers about buying underused European plants, according to the Chinese carmaker's vice-president. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/erdogan-visits-astana-as-turkey-and-central-asia-deepen-ties-amid-shifting-regional-order http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/erdogan-visits-astana-as-turkey-and-central-asia-deepen-ties-amid-shifting-regional-order Thu, 14 May 2026 22:21:58 +0200 Turkey and Kazakhstan signed a friendship and strategic partnership declaration in Astana, targeting €13 billion in trade. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/world-markets-rise-on-trump-xi-summit-hopes http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/world-markets-rise-on-trump-xi-summit-hopes Thu, 14 May 2026 14:05:03 +0200 Trump and Xi met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where both sides agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open, a key demand as the Iran war drags into its third month. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/xi-jinping-vows-to-open-door-wider-to-us-firms-during-trump-visit http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/xi-jinping-vows-to-open-door-wider-to-us-firms-during-trump-visit Thu, 14 May 2026 11:42:24 +0200 Chinese President Xi Jinping used US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing to reassure American business leaders that China remains committed to further opening its economy to foreign investment. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/tariffs-weak-demand-and-climate-confusion-drag-eu-business-investment-rate-to-11-year-low http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/tariffs-weak-demand-and-climate-confusion-drag-eu-business-investment-rate-to-11-year-low Thu, 14 May 2026 11:20:07 +0200 It's the lowest point since 2015, with firms blaming geopolitical disruption, a disorderly market and regulation uncertainty. Hungary and Croatia buck the trend. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/europes-household-energy-prices-surge-after-iran-war-which-capitals-were-hit-hardest http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/14/europes-household-energy-prices-surge-after-iran-war-which-capitals-were-hit-hardest Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:22 +0200 Household gas prices rose across EU capitals between early February and early April, reflecting the impact of Middle East tensions. However, electricity prices fell on average, highlighting diverging trends in Europe’s energy markets. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/brazil-surprised-by-eu-ban-on-meat-imports http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/brazil-surprised-by-eu-ban-on-meat-imports Wed, 13 May 2026 18:27:03 +0200 Brazil’s ambassador to the EU Pedro Miguel da Costa e Silva told Euronews he had asked the EU Commission to put Brazil back on the list of countries complying with EU antimicrobial rules. The move comes as the Mercosur deal liberalising agricultural trade came into force on 1 May. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/turkey-removes-a-restriction-on-direct-trade-with-armenia-to-improve-ties http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/turkey-removes-a-restriction-on-direct-trade-with-armenia-to-improve-ties Wed, 13 May 2026 18:07:04 +0200 Relations between the neighbours have been strained over historic grievances and Turkey’s close alliance with Azerbaijan. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/exclusive-eu-negotiators-find-deal-on-key-clauses-of-the-eu-us-deal http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/13/exclusive-eu-negotiators-find-deal-on-key-clauses-of-the-eu-us-deal Wed, 13 May 2026 14:02:52 +0200 EU lawmakers and EU capitals struck a deal over provisions halting the EU-US deal if American imports surge unfairly. But crunch talks are still under way over when to start implementing the agreement, as negotiators face pressure from Trump’s threats of more tariffs. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/13/australian-property-developer-says-trump-hotel-plan-scrapped-due-to-toxic-brand http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/13/australian-property-developer-says-trump-hotel-plan-scrapped-due-to-toxic-brand Wed, 13 May 2026 12:42:56 +0200 The Australian developer's statement followed a report in the Australian Financial Review that the Trump Organisation had pulled out of the deal. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/trump-china-visit-us-ceos-musk-cook-and-nvidias-huang-join-trade-talks http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/trump-china-visit-us-ceos-musk-cook-and-nvidias-huang-join-trade-talks Wed, 13 May 2026 09:49:35 +0200 A high-level delegation of business executives is travelling to China with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, with the inclusion of Jensen Huang underscoring how AI chip exports and advanced technology trade are likely to be central to discussions between the two nations. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/trump-in-beijing-how-do-america-and-china-compare-as-economic-superpowers http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/13/trump-in-beijing-how-do-america-and-china-compare-as-economic-superpowers Wed, 13 May 2026 08:14:39 +0200 US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week comes as the rivalry between the world's two largest economies is increasingly shaped by economic competition, technological leadership and global influence.