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Economy

Price pressures ease in Ireland as inflation dips to two-year low

The latest figures show that price pressures are easing across the Irish economy.

14/12/2023

Economy

ECB holds interest rates steady: What lies ahead for Europe's economy?

The European Central Bank (ECB) has held interest rates and said it expects inflation to decline over the course of 2024.

14/12/2023

Economy

Pound gains after Bank of England keeps interest rates at 15-year high

In a widely expected move, the Bank of England (BoE), has decided to keep interest rates steady as part of its continued quest to bring down inflation.

14/12/2023

Experiences

How much does a mulled wine cost at Europe’s Christmas markets?

From Budapest to Edinburgh, Europe’s Christmas markets are getting ‘outrageously’ expensive.

14/12/2023

Economy

Norway's central bank hikes its key interest rate once again

The Norwegian national bank has raised the interest rate once again with future economic developments remaining uncertain.

14/12/2023

Economy

Swiss central bank leaves interest rate unchanged as inflation eases

The move comes on a busy day of central bank action in Europe, with the Bank of England, European Central Bank and Norges Bank announcing whether they will amend their own rates.

14/12/2023

Economy

US Federal Reserve holds rates steady and paves way for cuts in 2024

The US Federal Reserve bank held interest rates steady on Wednesday night and paved the way for potential cuts in 2024.

14/12/2023

Economy

€21 for a hot dog? Prices are 'unreal' at this Christmas market

Hungarians might find themselves priced out of the holiday experience in the heart of their capital.

14/12/2023

Economy

First-time buyers look for long-term loans to get on property ladder

One-fifth of first-time buyers in the UK wanting to get onto the property ladder are taking out mortgages of more than 35 years, according to UK Finance.

14/12/2023

Economy

Why the UK economy took a surprise tumble in October

Euronews Business takes a look at why the UK economy took a surprise tumble in October as the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures are released.

13/12/2023

Economy

Here's why repossession looms for pricey property owners

More owners of very expensive property at the top end of the market are being repossessed, according to reports from estate agents around the UK.

13/12/2023

Markets

US prices rise as inflation data dampens rate cut expectations

The US's anticipated inflation figures strongly influence trends, especially one day before the Federal Reserve announces its latest monetary policy decision.

12/12/2023

Economy

Boost for eurozone as economic sentiment hits 10-month high

While most analysts feel optimistic about the euro area's economic situation for the next six months, many remain concerned about its current state.

12/12/2023

Economy

UK wage growth slows and job vacancies fall ahead of BoE rate decision

Ahead of the Bank of England’s interest rate decision on Thursday, new data shows the economy is cooling.

12/12/2023

Economy

Worry in Russia as egg prices soar ahead of festive season

Some Moscow residents claim egg prices have doubled, as Russia continues to battle persistent inflation and Western sanctions.

12/12/2023

Economy

What is a fiscal 'kick' and why does Argentina need it?

President Javier Milei has promised painful economic "shock therapy" in Argentina, where the inflation is almost 150%.

11/12/2023

Serbia

Serbian ski-goers shocked at price hikes

While ski-lovers in Serbia were ecstatic at the arrival of the early snow this weekend, many were shocked to discover that prices had increased by almost 25 per cent.

07/12/2023

Markets

Euro area sovereign bond yields decline on ECB rate cut expectations

In recent weeks, sovereign bond yields across the eurozone have experienced a significant downward trend, propelled by mounting market anticipation of forthcoming rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) in 2024.

07/12/2023

Economy

UK house prices rise again after market downturn

UK house prices have risen for the second consecutive month in response to high demand and softening economic conditions.

07/12/2023

Economy

Jobs at risk as eurozone construction sector continues to struggle

Construction firms are looking to cut costs in the face of inflationary pressures and a prolonged fall in demand.

06/12/2023