Now playing Next Economy The best - and worst - places to buy property in Europe in 2023 The cost of homes within the eurozone fell by 1.1% during the last three month of 2023. However, within the EU overall, prices were slightly higher. 05/04/2024
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Now playing Next Economy Euroviews. Europe’s long-term economic growth is tied to frontier markets Europe’s long-term economic prospects will not be created by intra-European initiatives alone but instead on growing relationships with rapidly expanding frontier markets like Africa, Elizabeth Rossiello writes. 03/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone inflation falls more than expected: Green light for ECB cuts? Eurostat data for March 2024 revealed a drop in annual consumer price inflation to 2.4%, below the expected 2.6% and hitting a four-month low. Market foresees four ECB rate cuts by end-2024, with the first expected in June. 03/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Inflation cools in Germany as interest rates hamper growth Prices increased more slowly than expected in March according to official figures, fuelling hopes for an ECB rate cut. 02/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Markets round-up: Economic updates investors are watching this week The week ahead spotlights crucial economic indicators on both sides of the Atlantic. In the EU, attention will be on inflation data, while, in the US, the focus shifts to job figures. These key metrics will provide insights into economic health, shaping market sentiment. 01/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Why is inflation lower in Italy than the rest of Europe? Italy's inflation rate rose to 1.3% in March compared to a year ago, albeit at a slower pace than anticipated. 30/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Market Round-Up: Best quarter in a year for European markets Global stock markets remained on an upbeat trajectory in March, with the European stock markets particularly robust in the first quarter. Banking and Energy stocks shone, outpacing the technology sector in March. 29/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Spain's economy is thriving: Why it's growing more than its EU rivals The Spanish economy is thriving, with tourism, domestic spending, and investment set to continue propelling growth this year. 29/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy How have Europe's economic issues fared on von der Leyen's watch? Ursula von der Leyen is seeking a second term as head of the European Commission. What has her current five-year stint meant for the economy? 28/03/2024
Now playing Next Business Member states invest in new euro coins to celebrate special events Germany, Belgium and Spain are among European nations issuing new coins celebrating places and events of national significance. 27/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Energy prices push Spanish inflation higher: Cause for ECB concern? Year-on-year inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased by 3.2% in March, while core inflation, which excludes energy and unprocessed food, fell to 3.3% in Spain. 27/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy S&P Global: These are the biggest risks ahead for the EU economy Uncertainty over sluggish productivity and high labour costs could draw back the economic output of the eurozone, global credit rating agency S&P said in its updated economic outlook. 26/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Prices and social inequality top issues for European elections: Poll High prices and social inequalities are the main issues in the minds of voters, according to Euronews' exclusive poll. 23/03/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Euroviews. European voters have eighty days to decide on how to reverse the gloom Fear as a campaign card is getting weaker with every election. To mobilise their voters, pro-European parties will instead need to inspire with a clear and tangible vision of a strong and united Europe, Pawel Zerka writes. 22/03/2024
Now playing Next Markets Markets Report: A look at the week ahead Anticipation mounts as major central banks prepare to announce decisions on interest rates, influencing market dynamics and investor sentiment. 18/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy IMF: Emerging European economies need high interest rates for longer Inflation is proving more stubborn in central, eastern and southeastern Europe, says the International Monetary Fund, meaning a soft landing must be handled carefully. 15/03/2024