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Eurozone economy grows marginally, boosted by household spending

The eurozone economy saw a slight rise in the last quarter of 2024, although major economies such as France and Germany continued to lag.

Economy

Eurozone unemployment remains at a historic low despite weak economy

The eurozone labour market showed resilience following the region’s sluggish economic performance in the last quarter of 2024.

The Big Question

The Big Question: Is Trump Europe’s biggest economic worry of 2025?

“If you don't move forward, you fall off the bike,” is the warning from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s chief economist, Beata Javorcik.

Europe News

Housing crisis: EU can do 'much more' than build new homes, says MEP

In less than a decade, average house prices have risen by 48% across the EU. The European Parliament's has set up a new committee to tackle the crisis, and its chair Irene Tinagli told Euronews there is plenty of room for manoeuvre.

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Economy

Trump raises threat of higher tariffs on more goods entering the US

US President Donald Trump has signalled plans to impose a 25% tariff on car imports, along with similar or higher levies on pharmaceutical products and semiconductor chips.

The Big Question

Space will be ‘an essential part of the future economy,’ says ESA

“20 years ago, nobody would have ever imagined the dimension of what the internet brings today for daily life and I think space is in a similar situation,” Josef Aschbacher, director general of the European Space Agency, told The Big Question.

Economy

Why Trump's tariffs could push Europe to target US tech services

Trump's new tariffs could push the EU to retaliate by targeting US tech services instead of goods, a Goldman Sachs report suggests. With Europe's large trade deficit in services, Brussels may use digital restrictions to counterbalance Washington's trade measures.

The Europe Conversation

EU holds cards when negotiating with Trump on tariffs, says ex-WTO chief Lamy

There's a range of options for the EU to open trans-Atlantic negotiations to persuade US President Donald Trump not to slap harmful tariffs on EU goods, the former EU trade commissioner and WTO chief told Euronews.

Economy

Investment banks warn: Trump tariffs could derail Europe's 2025 growth

Trump's tariffs could derail Europe's 2025 growth, say top Wall Street analysts. Goldman Sachs sees eurozone GDP at 0.7%, well below latest ECB projections. Key sectors such as cars and pharmaceuticals face risks, while a weaker euro may offer only limited relief.

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The Europe Conversation

Focus on EU single market to boost competitiveness, says Kristalina Georgieva

Three things are holding Europe back: the absence of a capital markets union, investments not going to the most productive firms and energy costs, the managing director of the IMF told Euronews.

Economy

Trump holds off on tariffs but trade risks remain, experts warn

Trump refrained from imposing new tariffs on Day One, offering markets brief relief, but trade risks persist. Experts warn that duties on Mexico, Canada, and Europe remain likely, with targeted measures expected.

Economy

Germany's economic sentiment darkens amid Trump trade risks

US President Donald Trump stopped short of imposing new tariffs in his initial executive orders but unveiled the External Revenue Service, a new agency tasked with collecting tariffs and duties in the coming months.

Economy

Eurozone inflation rises for third month as energy costs edge up

Rising services prices were behind the boost in the December inflation figure, although they were offset by a fall in food, alcohol and tobacco prices.

Economy

ECB minutes show concerns over economic outlook and geopolitical risks

The European Central Bank cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 3% at its December meeting, aiming to support a weakening eurozone economy. However, minutes from the meeting reveal a sharp divide among policymakers on how aggressive the central bank should be in its approach.

Europe in Motion

Looking for a job in IT? These countries are desperate for new hires

Over two-thirds of large companies struggle to fill their IT roles. What are the highest-paid jobs? Which countries are most in need?

Economy

Eurozone inflation on the rise: Could ECB cuts be in jeopardy?

Despite the rise in inflation, markets continue to anticipate aggressive ECB rate cuts in 2025, with a 25-basis-point reduction expected this month.

Europe in Motion

How do America's poorest states compare to Europe's largest economies?

The poorest US state has a higher GDP per capita than Europe’s top economies, except for Germany. Is this set to continue being the case in 2025?

Economy

Eurozone economy figures see slowdown for last month of 2024

Shrinking business activity was driven entirely by the manufacturing sector, with France being the weakest-performing out of the three biggest economies within the eurozone.

Economy

How could Trump's policies impact Europe's economy and politics?

Donald Trump's re-election, with full Congressional control, poses challenges for Europe in trade, defence, and climate policy. Experts are warning of potential economic hits, urging the EU to act decisively, boost competitiveness, and assert its geopolitical autonomy.