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The EU's unprecedented response to tumultuous times

In partnership with The European Commission

The current EU Parliament and Commission had just begun the work of their five-year agenda when it was derailed by Covid-19 and then the Ukraine war. As the institutions' mandate enters a final phase, Real Economy gets the views of key players in Brussels on one of the EU's most difficult chapters.

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. Draghi's report lacks transparency and risks capture by big business

The pathway to a prosperous, resilient, dynamic, innovative and democratic European economy lies in pursuing economic balance and diversity rather than monopoly, Max Bank and Olivier Hoedeman write.

Economy

Why might the euro continue to weaken against the US dollar?

The euro has shown a weakening trend against the US dollar since the start of the year. The decline can be attributed to divergence in inflation trajectories of the euro area and the US, suggesting a continuation of the euro's depreciation relative to the dollar.

Business

European companies in China struggling to make money as growth slows

European companies in China are finding it harder to make money as growth slows and overcapacity pressures increase, according to a new survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China.

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Markets

Weekly markets round-up: Optimism high on interest rate cut hopes

Major European indices have notched up all-time highs, with the FTSE 100 reaching a fresh record following signals from the Bank of England (BoE) indicating an impending rate cut.

Economy

Where in Europe was unemployment the lowest in March?

Unemployment in the Eurozone remained at a record low of 6.5% in March, the same as February.

Economy

What the European economy could expect from the EP political parties

Euronews Business asks the various political groups in the European Parliament about their economic agenda for the next five years.

Economy

Eurozone growth speeds up in April - price pressures may test the ECB

European private sector economic activity rebounds strongly in April, led by robust demand in services, although manufacturing continued to contract. However, resuming inflationary pressures cast uncertainty on the speed of ECB rate cuts.

Economy

ECB's Lagarde highlights private capital need for innovation in Europe

At a Council on Foreign Relations meeting on Wednesday, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stressed the importance of private investments in catalysing Europe's green transition and fostering innovation.

Economy

What do European fund managers think about growth and inflation?

Optimism among European fund managers surged in April due to rising economic recovery hopes. European equities have gained favour, though worries about central bank policies potentially triggering a market correction loom large.

Europe News

Middle East crisis overshadows EU summit devoted to the economy

European Union leaders are gathering in Brussels for a special two-day summit focused on the bloc's economic competitiveness.

Business

Europe's defence dilemma: How much more money needs to be spent?

What are the economic implications of heightened security expenditure in Europe? Euronews looks at both the advantages and drawbacks of bolstering defence budgets in the aftermath of the Ukrainian crisis.

China

Germany's Scholz rules out decoupling from China

The three-day visit of Germany's leader to China comes after Beijing slammed the EU as “reckless” following investigations into whether state subsidies are giving Chinese companies an unfair advantage.

Markets

Could the euro reach parity with the dollar as the ECB cuts rates?

As the ECB hints at potential interest rate cuts, contrasting with expectations of delayed US Fed easing due to high inflation, the euro faces downward pressure, hitting a six-month low below 1.07 against the dollar.

Economy

Lagarde sets the stage for a June rate cut: What hurdles remain?

The European Central Bank may ease policy restrictions at the next June meeting, dependent on data reinforcing policymakers' confidence on disinflation. ECB President Christine Lagarde emphasised ECB's independence from the Fed.

Business Planet

How does the EU protect businesses from unfair trading practices?

In partnership with The European Commission

Anti-dumping or anti-subsidy measures protect European companies operating in the single market from imported goods with artificially low prices.

Economy

Fiscal nightmares resume in Europe: Italy and France under scrutiny

Bank of America warns of inevitable excessive deficit procedures for Italy, France, and others, bringing back fiscal concerns of the past. Stringent fiscal monitoring and consolidation efforts are anticipated from 2025, potentially impacting economic growth across affected nations.

Economy

European consumers reluctant to splash cash despite slowing inflation

Consumers in Europe appear not to want to increase their spending despite the slowing inflation in Europe, the latest retail sales figures suggest.

Economy

Eurozone economic pulse quickens: Can stocks surge further?

The Eurozone's private sector growth surges to a ten-month peak, fueled by a robust services sector. Investor confidence remains high, yet further stock market gains depend on continued disinflation and potential ECB rate cuts, with escalating oil prices posing a threat to stability.

Real Economy

What’s the impact of Europe’s RRF fund on the Greek economy?

In partnership with The European Commission

Is the European Recovery and Resilience Facility on track to deliver on its promises three years after its launch? Euronews reporter Fanny Gauret travels to Greece for Real Economy to find out.