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Public health key priority for EU citizens, reveals poll

The survey was carried out between November and December last year.

Economy

"Europe is already a great space power", says Thierry Breton

In this Global Conversation, Euronews' Gregoire Lory speaks to EU Commissioner Thierry Breton about the vital role of Europe's space and digital sectors.

Real Economy

20 years on, has the euro cash currency been a success?

In partnership with The European Commission

It was 20 years ago that euro coins and notes first appeared across the continent. Two decades on, what has the single currency meant for our economies and businesses?

Real Economy

Europe's COVID recovery: economy bounces back but risks remain

In partnership with The European Commission

Europe’s economy is on track for faster than predicted growth - but could a surge in covid cases and supply chain shortages jeopardise that recovery? In this episode, Real Economy speaks to the OECD’s chief economist, to ask if we have any reason for christmas cheer.

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Economy

EU agriculture reforms clear final hurdle, but doubts still remain

On Thursday the European Council rubberstamped the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reforms legislation, which will come into force on January 1, 2023.

Economy

Brussels urges caution despite strong economic growth forecasts

The EU Commissioner for the Economy Paolo Gentiloni delivered the European Semester Autumn Package on Wednesday. While he insisted that the worst is behind us, he still warned against the possible negative effects of the pandemic on the economy.

Economy

EU parliament gives green light to agricultural reforms

MEPs voted overwhelmingly in favour of changes to the bloc's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).

Target

Beyond the pandemic: the outlook for European small business

Climate change, digitalisaton and dealing with the ongoing disruption caused by COVID were the top topics at this year's SME Assembly in Portorož Slovenia - Europe biggest event for entrepreneurs and small business.

Economy

Car sales in Europe hit record low due to microchips shortage

A recent shortage of microchips has severely disrupted the supply chain of the automotive industry, resulting in record low sales in October.

Economy

Germans face highest inflation rates in decades as energy prices rise

Germany, along with many EU countries, is facing its highest inflation rates for many years sparking fears among many citizens

Economy

Eurozone inflation hits 13-year high amid persistent energy crunch

Prices across the eurozone rose by 4.1% in October, up from 3.4% in September.

Eco-Innovation

Which country is paying people to eco-proof their holiday homes?

Italy is offering to cover 110 per cent of the costs for residents to make their homes eco-friendly and energy efficient.

Economy

Can the EU fiscal rules jump on the green bandwagon? | View

"The EU should put in place a green fiscal pact that would exclude public investment in climate protection from deficit calculations," argues economist Guntram Wolff.

Economy

European economic recovery: IMF outlook shows gradual growth

With an increase in vaccination rates, more mobility, and support schemes, Europe's economic recovery is growing stronger despite uncertainty, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Economy

Strict or flexible? Brussels kicks off debate to reform fiscal rules

The European Commission is calling for a gradual reduction of public debt but estimates the green transition will need €650 billion in annual investments until 2030.

Economy

EU spending rules need to be based on reason not faith | View

There is no real motivation beyond faith alone for Europe to stick rigidly to its current fiscal rules, says MEP Philippe Lamberts

Economy

Experts see greater role for public policy and state regulation in post pandemic years

World-renowned economists Joseph Stiglitz and Mario Monti give their insight into economic recovery in the post-pandemics years.

Economy

Europe's economy bounces back from a double-dip recession

EU countries emerged from a double-dip recession in the second quarter with a growth of 1.9% more than the quarter before, according to figures released by Eurostat

Real Economy

Brussels Economic Forum 2021: what will Europe’s economy look like post-pandemic?

In partnership with The European Commission

The hot topic at the Brussels Economic Forum is how to build Europe’s new economy post-pandemic. We speak to some business owners, EU commissioners and the head of the WTO about vaccines, international trade and the economic outlook.

Economy

Vaccines and lifting of restrictions speed up EU's economic recovery

Both the EU and the eurozone are set to expand by 4.8% in 2021, with 12 member states already offsetting all their economic losses this year.