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China's total exports rose less-than-expected year-on-year, while exports to the US dropped sharply.
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US tariff concerns are darkening Germany’s outlook while the economy is already weak, hindering hopes of a recovery.
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The world's fourth-largest economy is one of the hardest hit by the US administration's elevated trade tariffs on cars, resulting in Japanese exports slowing in April.
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US imports hit record high as businesses seek to avoid tariffs
The surge in US imports was mainly driven by consumer goods such as pharmaceuticals, as businesses attempt to stockpile in order to avoid further tariffs.
French trade deficit increases in February as transport exports lag
France’s imports advanced in February, boosted by communication and publishing products. However, transport and refined petroleum product exports fell.
Trump launches copper imports' probe as global trade tensions heat up
The US President's copper imports investigation has contributed to rapidly escalating global trade tensions. The metal is a vital component in a number of products, and is also important for the green transition.
What is the balance of trade between the EU and US?
Over the past decade, EU exports to the US have surged by 44%.
What is the state of trade relations between EU and China?
Despite trade disputes over electric vehicles and dairy products, the EU remains China’s largest trading partner, with mechanical appliances and electrical equipment being the most traded goods.
Eurozone economy touches two-year high as households spend more
The Eurozone quarter-on-quarter GDP growth rate inched up in the third quarter of the year, boosted by increased government and household spending, as well as higher inventories.
EU green exports grow on all fronts but trade-off remains negative
The block's exports of wind turbines, solar panels and liquid biofuels saw substantial growth between 2022 and 2023, but a more balanced import-export trade-off is still a long way to go, new Eurostat data shows.
Which European countries produce and import the most coffee?
Italy is the largest coffee producer across Europe, while Germany is the biggest importer in the EU.
Germany backs ending EU tax breaks that benefit Temu and Shein
These tax breaks are crucial for Shein and Temu, allowing them to sell clothes, accessories and gadgets at steep discounts compared to their EU competitors.
New post-Brexit border fees could drive up UK food prices
There is a warning that fees for new border checks of plants and animal products could leave supermarket shelves empty and lead to small business closures in the UK.
European arms imports nearly double while Russian exports plunge
Much of the growth in arms imports by European countries between 2019 and 2023 is due to the massive transfers of weapons to Ukraine in 2022 and 2023, according to a recent study.
Farmers in eastern Poland protest against competition from Ukraine
In May 2022, a few weeks after Russia's full-scale invasion began, Brussels gave farmers in Ukraine permission to sell their products in the European Union without paying customs. However, farmers in the EU say the move has created unfair competition.