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How the Nordic nations could become Europe's answer to Silicon Valley

The Nordic countries along with the Baltic region are both leading contenders in the contest to become Europe’s centre for digital technology.

Economy

Eurozone business activity contracts again, but Germany improves

The eurozone's private sector activity contracted slightly in October, marking the second consecutive month of decline.

Economy

ECB’s Lagarde stays cautious on rate cuts, urges competitive reforms

ECB's Christine Lagarde emphasised a cautious, data-driven approach to further rate cuts. She highlighted the need to address productivity gaps, energy costs, and digitalisation, calling for immediate action.

Europe in Motion

Which European universities file the most patent applications?

A new study shows a growing contribution of universities to the continent's innovation ecosystem but laments the bloc's fragmentation is crippling the ability to turn high-level scientific research into economic competitiveness.

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Economy

Fancy a beer? Where in Europe will you have to pay the most tax on it?

The EU requires member states to levy a minimum excise duty on beer but the majority of countries actually charge more.

Economy

Which European country takes the crown in global survey on pensions?

The Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index assesses retirement income systems around the world.

Business

New TSMC chip plants planned for Europe says Taiwan official

The world’s largest contract chipmaker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, is set to expand its operations in Europe, according to a Taiwanese official.

Economy

Eurozone: August retail sales rise, but Germany's factory orders sink

Eurozone retail sales grew 0.2% in August, rebounding from July's flat reading, while Germany's factory orders plunged 5.8%, marking their worst decline since January. The euro slipped below $1.10 on the news.

Business

Are these the best European countries for AI start-ups?

Sweden is among the best countries for a new AI company. It's most successful tech start-ups have seen an impressive revenue growth of 1,127%.

Economy

Are these the most stressful jobs in Europe?

Some jobs are more stressful than others and some sectors have more stressful jobs within them than others. Euronews Business takes a look around Europe to see which countries have the most stressed employees.

Economy

Eurozone business activity shrinks in September as Olympic boost fades

Eurozone business activity contracted in September, and weaker demand eased inflationary pressures. This supports the case for a European Central Bank (ECB) rate cut in October, seen as needed to encourage growth.

Business

ECB's Lagarde predicts inflation to hit 2% target next year

ECB President Christine Lagarde praised the "remarkable" unwinding of inflation with minimal job losses, projecting inflation to hit target by 2025. However, she warned that significant uncertainties remain.

Business

What is behind the huge drop in Mercedes' share prices?

The German carmaker’s shares started Friday with an almost 7% drop as the company significantly cut its expected results for the full year because of weakness in Chinese demand for its vehicles.

Economy

Bank of England keeps rates at 5%, propels pound to over 2-year highs

The Bank of England held rates at 5%, as largely expected. The pound surged against the dollar and euro, while the FTSE 100 dipped slightly. European stocks rallied following the Federal Reserve's rate cut.

Economy

EU car industry calls for urgent action as EV new car sales tumble

The industry is calling for policymakers to help, saying that, if nothing is done, the required transition will be costly not only to the carmakers but to the economy itself, as well as putting the EU's transition to zero-emission at risk.

Economy

What is the economic impact of floods across Europe?

Central Europe is experiencing its biggest floods in decades, which is expected to cost billions in economic losses.

Economy

Spotlight shifts to ECB as US CPI weakens case for Fed jumbo rate cut

European markets may be bracing for a hawkish rate cut from the European Central Bank, following higher-than-expected US inflation data, which dampened hopes for a significant rate reduction by the Federal Reserve.

Economy

Germany's political uncertainty diminishes investor confidence

The growing support for Germany's populist parties, the AfD and BSW, could exacerbate the country's economic challenges, potentially accelerating the trend of businesses relocating their operations elsewhere.

Radio Schuman

Draghi’s report risks colliding with EU political reality

Bruegel expert Guntram Wolff told Euronews that translating the report into EU legislation won't be easy due to political instability in some key EU member states.

Economy

Eurozone inflation hits over 3-year low: Are ECB rate cuts looming?

Eurozone annual inflation fell to 2.2% in August 2024, yet core inflation, driven by persistent services costs, remains stubborn. ECB’s Schnabel urges caution regarding potential rate cuts.