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Economy

Eurozone economy grows by 0.6%: Lagarde shuts door on July rate cut

The eurozone gross domestic product grew by 0.6% quarter-over-quarter in the first quarter of 2025, marking the strongest pace of growth since late 2022. ECB's President Christine Lagarde hinted that a July pause in rate cuts may be warranted.

06/06/2025

Healthcare

What 'dangerous chemicals' found in EU products mean for your health

A banned fragrance, lead, and restricted "forever chemicals" were found in products in the EU last year, a new report has found.

18/04/2025

Health news

Baby food recalled over fears it contains lead. Here's what we know

Lead poisoning in children can cause developmental delays and learning difficulties over time.

16/04/2025

Health news

Butter recalled over possible contamination with bacteria found in poo

Around 770 kg of butter was recalled in seven states across the US after possible contamination with coliform bacteria.

10/04/2025

Business

Next posts strong growth amid ongoing economic struggles in the UK

Although Next recorded impressive yearly results, other clothing retailers such as H&M continued to struggle as UK consumers remain cautious in their spending.

27/03/2025

Serbia

Serbia joins supermarket boycott

Serbia is the latest to join the boycott, a trend that started in Croatia and quickly caught on in other Western Balkan countries.

04/02/2025

Business

Ikea looks to expand second-hand furniture offering after test success

The Swedish furniture maker is going head to head with competitors including eBay and Depop.

28/01/2025

Europe News

Spain fines five low budget airlines €180m for 'abusive practices'

Ryanair, Easyjet, and Vueling are among the airlines being punished for charging passengers extra for hand luggage, among other things.

22/11/2024

Business

Unilever sells Russian business as it becomes latest country to leave

Unilever has said that it has divested its Russian business as it leaves the country more than two-and-a-half years into the Russia-Ukraine war. The company has already stayed in Russia much longer than several of its peers.

10/10/2024

Tech News

Dutch regulator to fine sellers of fake online reviews

Sanctions of up to €900,000 seek to end misleading and unfair practices in e-commerce

23/08/2024

Health news

5 common items containing 'forever chemicals' you should avoid

Euronews Health has compiled a list of five common items you should avoid using that contain toxic PFAS, or "forever chemicals".

18/07/2024

Business

'Priceless': The business of memory-making

Priceless is no longer just advertising, it’s ‘a state of mind’

28/06/2024

Economy

European consumers reluctant to splash cash despite slowing inflation

Consumers in Europe appear not to want to increase their spending despite the slowing inflation in Europe, the latest retail sales figures suggest.

05/04/2024

Economy

'Buy one, get one free': France forbids supermarket mega sales

French supermarkets can no longer offer discounts of more than 34% for various personal and household products. The new law aims to protect smaller companies against the might of multinationals' mega sales. But how will it work for consumers?

04/03/2024

Economy

Eurozone retail trade figures slump as consumers feel the pinch

Consumer demand has slumped following two months of improved retail growth, suggesting Europeans are still feeling the cost of living pinch.

06/02/2024

Green News

New market rules to promote repair over replacement

Consumers moving to buy a new smartphone or washing machine would think twice if new EU rules are effective.

02/02/2024

Tech News

CES 2024 as it happened: News and gadget reveals from Las Vegas

Look back on all the announcements and gadgets unveiled at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

09/01/2024

Business

More Europeans turn to second-hand gifts this Christmas

A new report shows that Europeans want to spend less and buy second-hand this Christmas.

16/12/2023

Economy

Retail sales boosted in October as European shoppers spend more

Eurostat reported a 0.1% increase in retail sales in the Eurozone for October, following three months of decline.

06/12/2023

World News

Euroviews. Products should be built to last, not break down prematurely

If consumers can confidently trust the lifespan of their product, they will be more inclined to use them longer and less likely to be swayed into replacing them too soon, Els Bruggeman and Luisa Crisigiovanni write.

05/06/2023