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UK spending closer to France's than the US, says World Bank economist
The increase in public spending in the UK is slowing down economic growth and making the country seem to be operating more like France than the US, says the World Bank's chief economist.
Workers' slice of the GDP: How do income shares compare across Europe?
Analysis reveals huge disparities in labour income share in GDP among European countries. Falling shares are likely to raise income inequality.
China’s economy beats expectations and grows 5.3% in first quarter
Strong output figures exceeded expectations although the country’s property crisis weighed on growth.
A European country wins top slot in a best-to-do business poll
Countries from Europe, the Middle East and Africa were judged across nine categories, including fair and predictable tax, governance, availability of skilled workers, and public health and sustainability.
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S&P Global: These are the biggest risks ahead for the EU economy
Uncertainty over sluggish productivity and high labour costs could draw back the economic output of the eurozone, global credit rating agency S&P said in its updated economic outlook.
Dutch economy sees slight uptick in 2023 as disposable income rises
The Netherlands' GDP outgrew analysts' expectations in the final quarter of last year.
Prices and social inequality top issues for European elections: Poll
High prices and social inequalities are the main issues in the minds of voters, according to Euronews' exclusive poll.
As Europe's economy languishes, when will the ECB cut interest rates?
While new figures confirm economic stagnation in the EU at the end of last year, eyes turn to predictions from Bank of America that the ECB will cut interest rates in June.
Swiss economy sees modest growth, buoyed by services
The accommodation and food services sector increased by 3.5%, while increased travel helped to push up the transport and communication sector by 0.4%.
Denmark's GDP soars thanks to growing pharma sector
Denmark's gross domestic product (GDP) grew 2% in the fourth quarter of 2023, largely bolstered by the country's expanding pharmaceutical sector.
UK enters recession as economy shrinks: Will the BoE cut rates sooner?
An economy is widely considered to enter a technical recession following two consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, which is usually measured by GDP.
Eurozone avoids recession but remains stagnant as Germany struggles
The bloc sharing the euro has seen its economy practically motionless in the last year as it continues to stagnate.
Where in Europe do people have the most disposable income?
There is a large income inequality in Europe. Western and Nordic states have higher disposable income on average compared to many southern and eastern countries.
IMF: Global growth will be stronger than expected in 2024 at 3.1%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised its forecast for global growth, projecting 3.1% in 2024. However, Europe's prospects are not as positive.
Eurozone narrowly avoids recession but gloomy outlook remains
France and Germany remain in the doldrums despite Spain and Italy beating economic expectations.
Where is European money travelling abroad?
New data reveals the countries contributing to the total of personal transfers within and outside the EU in 2022.
Employment surge as Spain sees 780,000 new jobs created in past year
The latest economic data from Spain's government agency, the Instituto Nacional de Estadística, shows employment in the country has improved.
Beyond GDP: Why economic growth requires more than just numbers
A new report from the WEF claims that a conventional GDP growth picture is incomplete without a deeper understanding of the underlying nature and quality of growth.
Germany's GDP shrank in 2023 as industries limped to end of year
Europe's biggest economy had a rough year: German GDP contracted by 0.3% in 2023, according to official data.
Best investments in 2024: 'Digital gold' and European stocks
Euronews Business takes a closer look at what investments are most likely to yield in the new year, amidst various uncertainties in the global economy.