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French economy minister on Spain's debt proposal: 'It's interesting'

French Economy Minister Roland Lescure reacts to Spain's proposal for a new joint EU debt instrument worth up to €850 billion, while warning of potential risks. "If one country transfers its debt to the whole community, that might be an incentive for that country to take on more debt," Lescure says.

Europe Today

Europe at an economic crossroads as global tensions rise

Christine Lagarde warns Europe must strengthen its economy as renewed tensions in the Middle East add fresh uncertainty to the global outlook. EU finance ministers meet in Brussels as the bloc considers new economic measures, trade restrictions on Israeli settlements and updated crypto rules.

Economy

Central banks face warning over rate cuts and inflation risks

Economists at the Tashkent Monetary Policy Dialogue warned that premature rate cuts could keep inflation above target. Uzbekistan’s lower inflation, falling expectations and reduced dollarisation show how credibility shapes monetary policy.

Business

Billions behind the push for higher-value food and metal exports

Uzbekistan wants to earn more from what it already produces. Food processing, steel, copper and technological metals are central to the country’s export strategy.

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Dubai's new startup campus wants to be the front door for founders

Partner content presented by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy

Backed by Dubai’s D33 agenda, Dubai Founders HQ connects founders with investors, corporates and government to speed ideas from launch to growth.

Business

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs with Xbox facing its biggest shake-up

About 3,200 gaming jobs are set to be cut at Xbox over the coming fiscal year.

Travel News

Italy tops European tourism in 2026 with a busy summer in sight

Visitor numbers increased during the first half of 2026, driven primarily by international tourists. Tourism Minister Gianmarco Mazzi said the sector a 'pillar of the national economy'.

Business

World Bank strengthens ties with Spain from Madrid

First vice-president and economy minister Carlos Cuerpo presents Spain as a key hub for multilateral institutions after the opening of the World Bank office.

Ecotech

How simple bottles of water helped map life on 10% of Earth's surface

Combatting wildlife decline, eDNA technology is turning simple water and soil samples into a global biodiversity map.

Focus

Tashkent forum closes with 166 investment agreements worth €37.6bn

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

More than 10,000 participants, including delegates from 102 countries, examined market access, transport links, green power, digital exports and the policies needed to turn commitments into operating projects.

Business

IMF to closely monitor China’s economic growth amid trade tensions

An accurate measurement of China's digital economy is a priority for other powers competing with Beijing in fast-developing technologies.

Economy

Venezuela plans biggest debt restructuring ever

Delcy Rodríguez’s interim government plans to acknowledge a $240 billion debt, far above market estimates, in a bid to return Venezuela to global markets.

Economy

Can the Caucasus and Central Asia become the next investment frontier?

For decades, international investors have focused on established destinations such as North America, Europe, China and, more recently, Africa. But as economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions reshape global capital flows, attention is increasingly turning to the Caucasus and Central Asia.

The Cube

10 years of Brexit: Which campaign claims have come true?

A decade on from the referendum that led to the UK leaving the European Union, Euronews' fact-checking team looks at the campaign promises that were made on both the Leave and Remain sides to see which ones ended up happening.

Economy

Cuba approves economic reform package to boost investment

The Cuban parliament has approved 176 measures easing the economic model, boosting private sector involvement and opening the door to foreign investment.

Business

Global capital sees potential in Europe but urges lighter regulation

Political and business leaders and investors at the FII Institute summit in Rome call for lighter regulation and greater flexibility to draw global investment and boost Europe’s competitiveness.

Business Line

Industrial zones attract manufacturers and logistics investment

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Industrial production in special economic zones rose 42.7% in the first nine months of 2025 in Uzbekistan. From Navoi’s logistics ambitions to expanding trade through Termez, new projects are drawing manufacturers and investors from across the region.

Business

Ibex 35 tops 19,000 points after Iran peace deal

The US-Iran memorandum reopening the Strait of Hormuz sends oil prices tumbling, pushes the Ibex 35 to a record above 19,000 and lifts European bourses.

Business

Spanish bars gear up for World Cup with extra beer

The hospitality sector hopes the national team’s progress will pack out its venues, but admits the pandemic changed habits and time zones hurt early kick-offs.

Europe Today

Eurogroup chief tells Euronews 'fiscal policy must not contradict ECB'

Pierrakakis tells Euronews fiscal policy must not contradict the ECB's efforts to tame inflation as the central bank prepares to raise interest rates. Rome is calling for more flexibility pegged to rising energy costs as a result of war.