Now playing Next Economy Euroviews. Are small nations welcome at the EU's industrial policy table? It is not just about the money, it is about what each country — no matter its size — can bring to the table, Marius Stasiukaitis writes. 08/09/2023
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone sees sluggish growth in second quarter The latest figures from Eurostat show that economic activity in the eurozone grew less than initially estimated, by 0.1% over the April-June period compared to the previous three months. 07/09/2023
Now playing Next Economy OECD urges EU to increase interest rates further In its latest report, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development says further reforms are needed to help the post-pandemic European economic recovery. 06/09/2023
Now playing Next Economy EU economy returns to trade surplus after almost two years in deficit The trade balance between the European Union and the rest of the world has returned to surplus after six consecutive quarters of deficit. 28/08/2023
Now playing Next Economy The ECB’s rate-hike dilemma as eurozone business activity falls As eurozone businesses face sharp declines in outputs and new orders, experts believe the European Central Bank (ECB) faces a complex challenge as it decides whether to continue its cycle of interest rate hikes in September. 24/08/2023
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone GDP grows by 0.3% in second quarter of the year The 20 countries that use the euro currency and their 346 million people saw modest economic growth of 0.3% growth in the second quarter of the year but the outlook remains relatively weak. 16/08/2023
Now playing Next Economy Heat to slash European countries' GDP by as much as one point - study Recent heat waves could cut global growth by almost 0.6 percentage points in 2023 with several European countries particularly impacted, according to an estimate by Allianz Trade. 09/08/2023
Now playing Next Economy EU fiscal rules couldn't reduce debt in the last 25 years: Gentiloni Paolo Gentiloni, the European Commissioner for the economy, offered on Friday a candid assessment of the European Union's fiscal framework. 28/07/2023
Now playing Next Economy Euroviews. Are Europe's small, family-owned hotels at risk of disappearing? The continent's local establishments are in a steady state of decline, and the continent's rich cultural diversity in travel and tourism is giving way to chainification, Peter Lochbihler writes. 27/07/2023
Now playing Next Real Economy How will the EU 'derisk' from China? The EU is heavily dependent on China and other countries for the essential raw materials it uses for the production of telephones, electric vehicles or semiconductors. So how can it achieve its goal of 'derisking' the European economy? 19/07/2023
Now playing Next Economy Spain pitches new approach to EU fiscal reform, aiming for autumn deal The Spanish presidency of the EU Council has put forward a new approach to the ongoing negotiations of the bloc's fiscal rules. 14/07/2023
Now playing Next Economy Europeans much less concerned about energy prices, new poll shows Europeans seem to have moved on from the worst of the energy crisis. 10/07/2023
Now playing Next Economy Windfall profits rise to $1 trillion amid cost-of-living crisis: Study New data on the profits of the world's largest businesses has renewed calls for permanent windfall taxes across all sectors of the economy. 06/07/2023
Now playing Next Real Economy Do we need the digital euro? Digital currencies have grown in popularity. Unlike bitcoin, the digital euro would be a central bank digital currency (CBDC), essentially, electronic cash. The aim is to offer consumers an alternative Europe-wide payment option. 05/07/2023
Now playing Next Business Eurozone inflation slips to 5.5%, more central bank rate hikes coming The European Central Bank, along with its peers around the world, has been rapidly raising interest rates to combat inflation 30/06/2023
Now playing Next Real Economy Putting people first: How can Europe grow its social economy? In the latest Real Economy episode we learn about the people behind Sweden's social economy enterprises who are looking to make a positive impact, rather than simply maximise profits. 21/06/2023
Now playing Next Economy IMF supports imposition of restrictive economic measures in the EU In an interview with Euronews, the IMF's Managing Director says that more stringent measures could become the norm given the current economic situation in Europe. 19/06/2023
Now playing Next Economy Germany and France still at odds over reform of the EU fiscal rules Germany and France, the largest economies of the European Union, continue to be at odds over the reform of the bloc's fiscal rules. 16/06/2023
Now playing Next Economy Brussels approves €8 billion in subsidies for EU-made microchips The European Union is hoping to boost domestic production of semiconductors and capture 20% of the global market by 2030. 08/06/2023
Now playing Next Economy How prepared is Europe for an increase in gambling and addiction? An increasing number of Europeans suffer from gambling addiction, a problem that's expected to grow across the continent as the industry's profits are expected to boom in the coming years. 08/06/2023
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