http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:36:41 +0200 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:36:41 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/09/close-your-borders-wreck-your-economy-spain-has-done-the-math-on-clamping-down-migration http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/09/close-your-borders-wreck-your-economy-spain-has-done-the-math-on-clamping-down-migration Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:35:38 +0200 Spain's government has modelled what happens if it closes the door on migration. The results make for uncomfortable reading. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/08/will-an-iran-ceasefire-lower-energy-bills http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/08/will-an-iran-ceasefire-lower-energy-bills Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0200 The announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East has triggered an immediate drop in oil and natural gas prices, raising hopes for lower energy bills. However, consumers might not see the effects for several months, even though the oil industry has issued some optimistic forecasts. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/08/european-earnings-preview-who-wins-and-who-loses-from-the-iran-war http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/08/european-earnings-preview-who-wins-and-who-loses-from-the-iran-war Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:39:56 +0200 Eurozone growth has been cut, inflation is surging and the Middle East conflict has shattered the consensus growth story for European corporates. From Paris to Munich, earnings season begins next week. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/08/greek-and-liberian-flagged-ships-first-to-transit-hormuz-since-ceasefire http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/08/greek-and-liberian-flagged-ships-first-to-transit-hormuz-since-ceasefire Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:33:15 +0200 A Greek-owned bulk carrier and a Liberian-flagged vessel seem to be the first ships through the Hormuz Strait since Wednesday's ceasefire, part of a fragile two-week truce. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/bill-ackman-proposes-56-billion-acquisition-of-universal-music-group http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/bill-ackman-proposes-56-billion-acquisition-of-universal-music-group Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:12:45 +0200 Billionaire investor Bill Ackman has proposed a €56 billion deal to merge Universal Music Group with a US acquisition vehicle, delivering shareholders a 78% premium and a potential New York Stock Exchange listing. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/07/how-serious-will-the-jet-fuel-crisis-in-europe-become http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/07/how-serious-will-the-jet-fuel-crisis-in-europe-become Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:19:20 +0200 Jet fuel prices have increased by 95% since the United States and Israel launched military attacks against Iran on 28 February. Higher fares, fuel surcharges and reductions in capacity or limiting of unprofitable routes will be the new normal, energy analysts warn. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/gas-discovery-off-egypts-coast-comes-at-a-critical-moment-for-iran-war http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/gas-discovery-off-egypts-coast-comes-at-a-critical-moment-for-iran-war Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:45:04 +0200 ENI and Egypt have announced a significant gas discovery in the Eastern Mediterranean — a potential boost for Cairo as the Iran war sends energy import costs rocketing. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/venture-capital-surges-to-320mn-as-central-asias-startup-scene-takes-off http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/venture-capital-surges-to-320mn-as-central-asias-startup-scene-takes-off Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:05:15 +0200 Fresh data from the Central Eurasia Venture Forum in Tashkent points to rising startup funding, AI investment and cross-border activity as governments move to improve access to capital and support market expansion. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/what-could-move-the-markets-this-week-heres-what-investors-are-watching http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/what-could-move-the-markets-this-week-heres-what-investors-are-watching Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:51:33 +0200 European markets return from the Easter break on Tuesday, coinciding with a deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/foreign-investment-in-spain-falls-by-22-to-lowest-level-since-2021 http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/foreign-investment-in-spain-falls-by-22-to-lowest-level-since-2021 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:56:43 +0200 FDI in Spain fell by 21.8% in 2025 to €30.764 billion, its lowest level since 2021 despite the expected boost from European funds, according to official data. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/opec-to-hike-crude-output-will-it-make-a-difference-to-oil-prices http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/06/opec-to-hike-crude-output-will-it-make-a-difference-to-oil-prices Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:46:39 +0200 The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) has agreed ‌to increase its crude output as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt oil traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/05/portugal-among-eu-countries-with-the-most-people-working-close-to-50-hours-a-week http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/05/portugal-among-eu-countries-with-the-most-people-working-close-to-50-hours-a-week Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:37 +0200 A recent Randstad analysis indicates that only Greece, Cyprus and France have a higher percentage of employees habitually working 49 hours or more per week than in Portugal. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/05/cocoa-shortage-why-your-easter-chocolate-costs-more-than-before http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/05/cocoa-shortage-why-your-easter-chocolate-costs-more-than-before Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:34 +0200 Cocoa and chocolate prices in Europe rose significantly faster than overall inflation ahead of Easter. Easter supplies depend on increasingly fragile supply chains. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/04/easters-chocolate-giants-the-eu-nations-fuelling-the-global-industry http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/04/easters-chocolate-giants-the-eu-nations-fuelling-the-global-industry Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:00:47 +0200 The continent's chocolate industry continues to operate at peak production, reaffirming its position as the undisputed world leader in cocoa processing and exports. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/04/egg-prices-surge-in-europe-ahead-of-easter-which-countries-saw-the-highest-rise http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/04/egg-prices-surge-in-europe-ahead-of-easter-which-countries-saw-the-highest-rise Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:00:49 +0200 Egg prices, both consumer and wholesale, are on the rise across Europe. Egg inflation significantly outpaces overall inflation in most European countries. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/rome-court-rules-netflix-price-hikes-illegal-opening-door-to-500-refunds http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/rome-court-rules-netflix-price-hikes-illegal-opening-door-to-500-refunds Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:35:16 +0200 A Rome court has found Netflix's subscription price increases between 2017 and 2024 to be unlawful, potentially entitling millions of Italian subscribers to refunds of up to €500. The streaming giant says it will appeal. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/eurasian-cargo-hub-expands-to-capture-europe-asia-freight-flows http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/eurasian-cargo-hub-expands-to-capture-europe-asia-freight-flows Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:52 +0200 A new cargo terminal, expanded fuel storage and a duty-free customs regime aim to cut transit times and costs. The strategy targets airlines and logistics operators seeking alternative routes between Europe and Asia. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/03/how-long-can-the-eus-oil-reserves-last http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/03/how-long-can-the-eus-oil-reserves-last Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:05:01 +0200 The 400 million barrels of oil released by the International Energy Agency — of which 92 million barrels were contributed by 20 EU countries — could last about five months, according to analysts. The bloc also relies on storage reserves. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/which-european-countries-ships-are-most-hit-by-the-hormuz-crisis Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:05:48 +0200 In Europe, Greece has been the most affected country so far, with at least 75 ships stranded in the region. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/trump-unveils-up-to-100-tariffs-on-patented-drugs http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/trump-unveils-up-to-100-tariffs-on-patented-drugs Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:10:51 +0200 Companies in the EU, Japan, Korea and Switzerland face a lower, capped tariff rate under existing trade agreements with the US. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/us-bank-goldman-sachs-placed-under-police-surveillance-in-paris http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/us-bank-goldman-sachs-placed-under-police-surveillance-in-paris Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0200 Police are on high alert days after a foiled attack on a Bank of America branch led to four people, including three minors, placed under formal investigation. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/public-holidays-how-much-does-a-day-off-cost-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/03/public-holidays-how-much-does-a-day-off-cost-in-europe Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:44 +0200 Europe takes double-digit public holidays a year on average — but as Denmark showed when it axed one to fund its military, every day off has a price tag. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/fifa-raises-top-ticket-price-for-world-cup-final-to-10990-during-glitch-hampered-sales-reo http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/fifa-raises-top-ticket-price-for-world-cup-final-to-10990-during-glitch-hampered-sales-reo Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:48:15 +0200 FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 (€9,533) during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales Wednesday after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/air-france-klm-in-the-race-for-portugals-tap-with-offer-for-minority-stake http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/air-france-klm-in-the-race-for-portugals-tap-with-offer-for-minority-stake Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:37:57 +0200 The deadline for submitting bids for the privatisation of the national airline TAP Air Portugal is this Thursday. The Portuguese government expects to receive three bids. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/02/which-european-countries-have-the-best-salaries-after-taxes http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/04/02/which-european-countries-have-the-best-salaries-after-taxes Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:30:18 +0200 Social contributions can weigh as much as a third of the salary paid to an employee. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/germany-and-italy-propose-eu-kill-switch-for-global-stablecoins http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/02/germany-and-italy-propose-eu-kill-switch-for-global-stablecoins Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:19 +0200 Germany and Italy have proposed creating an EU regulatory framework for stablecoins to strengthen financial market safeguards, shifting the discussion from the technical to the political level. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/stellantis-recalls-77500-vehicles-in-spain-due-to-fire-risk http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/stellantis-recalls-77500-vehicles-in-spain-due-to-fire-risk Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:27:27 +0200 The problem affects Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Fiat vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2026, according to the automotive group. The problem detected is not related to the engine, but to two components. It is a voluntary recall. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/home-loans-hit-a-record-high-in-portugal-experts-say-the-time-to-act-is-now http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/home-loans-hit-a-record-high-in-portugal-experts-say-the-time-to-act-is-now Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:59:43 +0200 Benchmark interbank rates have been rising, and this is beginning to impact mortgage repayments at a time when there is a record number of such loans in Portugal. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/should-you-book-holiday-flights-now-considering-jet-fuel-price-spikes http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/01/should-you-book-holiday-flights-now-considering-jet-fuel-price-spikes Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:44 +0200 Jet fuel prices have more than doubled in recent weeks amid the ongoing Iran war. Airlines have responded with fare increases and temporary surcharges, so should you secure tickets now or wait? http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/31/unilever-and-mccormick-are-closing-in-on-a-mega-deal-to-create-a-food-giant http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/31/unilever-and-mccormick-are-closing-in-on-a-mega-deal-to-create-a-food-giant Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:31:13 +0200 Unilever said Tuesday it had agreed a multibillion-dollar deal with US spices maker McCormick & Company to spin off most of the British group's food business, which is currently valued at $44.8bn (€38.95bn). http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/31/real-wages-in-europe-near-pre-pandemic-levels-but-iran-crisis-clouds-outlook http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/31/real-wages-in-europe-near-pre-pandemic-levels-but-iran-crisis-clouds-outlook Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:36 +0200 The post-pandemic surge in inflation across Europe reduced the purchasing power of advertised wages in major economies. In some countries, wages have now caught up, but in others they still lag behind. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/g7-pledges-to-take-all-necessary-measures-to-safeguard-energy-market-amid-war-in-iran http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/g7-pledges-to-take-all-necessary-measures-to-safeguard-energy-market-amid-war-in-iran Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:38:39 +0200 G7 countries said they are ready to take “any necessary measures” to preserve stability in the energy market through coordinated action. However, no specific measures have been announced at this stage. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/30/eu-australia-trade-deal-what-does-business-between-the-two-look-like http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/30/eu-australia-trade-deal-what-does-business-between-the-two-look-like Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:01:33 +0200 The trade between the EU and Australia is expected to climb as much as 33% over the next decade after they signed a landmark deal. But how has their trade relationship developed so far? http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/totalenergies-made-1bn-profit-from-middle-east-oil-bet-as-war-disrupts-prices http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/totalenergies-made-1bn-profit-from-middle-east-oil-bet-as-war-disrupts-prices Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:44:21 +0200 The French energy giant is reported to have dominated the Middle East crude market in March, snapping up dozens of oil cargoes as wartime disruptions created a historic opening for traders. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/gold-and-silver-prices-plunge-why-has-safe-haven-demand-faded-amid-iran-war http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/gold-and-silver-prices-plunge-why-has-safe-haven-demand-faded-amid-iran-war Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:15:35 +0200 Gold prices have fallen nearly 25% from their record highs, even as the Iran war continues to weigh on the global economy. Why have investors turned away from the traditional safe-haven asset? http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/european-markets-set-for-lower-open-as-oil-prices-continue-to-soar http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/30/european-markets-set-for-lower-open-as-oil-prices-continue-to-soar Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:07:10 +0200 Brent crude has jumped more than 50% since the Iran conflict began, as Asian markets fall and European stocks follow suit. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/28/the-eus-recipe-for-trade-deals-easy-on-beef-tough-on-wine http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/28/the-eus-recipe-for-trade-deals-easy-on-beef-tough-on-wine Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:30:45 +0100 Within weeks, the European Commission has wrapped up deals with Mercosur, India and Australia. Yet despite the backlash over the Latin America agreement, Brussels is sticking to a familiar playbook: offensive on wine and cars, defensive on beef. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/28/oil-energy-and-food-which-countries-in-europe-are-most-exposed-to-higher-food-prices http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/28/oil-energy-and-food-which-countries-in-europe-are-most-exposed-to-higher-food-prices Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:00:01 +0100 The crisis in the Middle East is driving up oil prices, affecting both energy and food costs. Experts agree that the Iran crisis will significantly impact food prices in Europe. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/investors-dump-orban-linked-stocks-as-poll-shows-opposition-with-23-point-lead http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/investors-dump-orban-linked-stocks-as-poll-shows-opposition-with-23-point-lead Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:33:27 +0100 In a single day, the share price of two holding companies on the Budapest Stock Exchange with links to the Orbán government, 4iG and Opus Global, fell 10-12%. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/spacex-ipo-musk-plans-to-allocate-up-to-30-of-shares-for-retail-investors http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/spacex-ipo-musk-plans-to-allocate-up-to-30-of-shares-for-retail-investors Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:34:45 +0100 Elon Musk is preparing to allocate as much as 30% of the shares in SpaceX’s forthcoming IPO to retail investors, according to Reuters. The alleged move represents a significant departure from usual Wall Street practice. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/byd-profit-slumps-19-after-record-year-edging-tesla-off-the-ev-throne http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/27/byd-profit-slumps-19-after-record-year-edging-tesla-off-the-ev-throne Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:10:40 +0100 The Chinese electric vehicle giant posted a sharp drop in annual profit in 2025, squeezed by a brutal domestic price war — even as it outsold Tesla by more than 600,000 battery electric vehicles for the year. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/27/eu-ministers-weigh-oil-price-cap-and-windfall-tax-to-rein-in-soaring-energy-costs http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/27/eu-ministers-weigh-oil-price-cap-and-windfall-tax-to-rein-in-soaring-energy-costs Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:39:12 +0100 Ahead of a ministerial meeting in Brussels, the European Commission urged EU finance ministers to keep energy relief measures short-term while staying on track with decarbonisation goals. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/03/27/a-controversial-first-donald-trumps-signature-to-appear-on-us-dollar-bills http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/03/27/a-controversial-first-donald-trumps-signature-to-appear-on-us-dollar-bills Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:27:02 +0100 Donald Trump’s Treasury Department plans to add his signature to all denominations of US dollar bills. The move is a first, as US paper currency does not feature a president’s signature. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/world-cup-tickets-promised-at-60-fans-paid-4185-the-european-commission-could-take-on-fifa http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/world-cup-tickets-promised-at-60-fans-paid-4185-the-european-commission-could-take-on-fifa Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:53:41 +0100 Euroconsumers and the Football Supporters Europe (FSE) network have filed a formal complaint with the European Commission, accusing FIFA of abusing its monopoly position over 2026 World Cup ticket sales. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/26/eu-lawmakers-support-euus-trade-deal-with-conditions-attached http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/26/eu-lawmakers-support-euus-trade-deal-with-conditions-attached Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:58:49 +0100 The European Parliament on Tuesday cleared the way for the implementation of the Turnberry agreement, but the safeguards attached by lawmakers must still be approved by EU member states before tariffs on US goods can be reduced to zero. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/ships-seek-irans-clearance-to-cross-hormuz-as-risks-rise-and-insurance-costs-surge http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/ships-seek-irans-clearance-to-cross-hormuz-as-risks-rise-and-insurance-costs-surge Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:51:53 +0100 Surging insurance costs and tighter control over transit in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing shipowners to rethink voyages, with access increasingly shaped by risk, cost and coordination. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/the-biggest-winners-and-losers-of-the-tariff-war-as-ai-related-trade-skyrockets http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/26/the-biggest-winners-and-losers-of-the-tariff-war-as-ai-related-trade-skyrockets Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:30:14 +0100 A report published this month by the McKinsey Global Institute offers one of the most rigorous accountings of last year's trade war. Its verdict confounds almost every prediction made when the tariffs were first introduced. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/25/ebrd-spearheads-59bn-investment-programme-in-emerging-central-asian-markets http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/25/ebrd-spearheads-59bn-investment-programme-in-emerging-central-asian-markets Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:29:30 +0100 The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is expanding its investment programme in Uzbekistan, with total commitments approaching €5.9bn across more than 200 projects. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/25/europe-loses-its-grip-as-lng-cargos-chase-higher-prices-in-asia http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/03/25/europe-loses-its-grip-as-lng-cargos-chase-higher-prices-in-asia Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:24:58 +0100 Europe is losing LNG shipments to Asia as the war in the Middle East impacting Qatari facilities pushes prices higher. Italy and Belgium scramble for alternative supplies in mega competitive market. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/25/from-cars-to-air-defence-will-volkswagen-soon-be-producing-parts-for-israels-iron-dome http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/03/25/from-cars-to-air-defence-will-volkswagen-soon-be-producing-parts-for-israels-iron-dome Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:34:07 +0100 Volkswagen is reportedly in talks with Israeli defence company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems about potentially converting VW's Osnabrück plant, currently threatened with closure, to producing defence-adjacent parts.