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Economy

How the 'banker to the poor' revolutionised financial inclusion

Integrating the 1.4 billion people around the world with no access to a bank account into the financial system is a top priority for governments around the world. Euronews Business looks at the role microlending can play and the legacy of Muhammad Yunus.

10/10/2024

Business

Germany approves bailout for struggling Meyer Werft shipbuilder

The federal government and the state of Lower Saxony are collectively buying up 80% of the firm, as the shipbuilder struggles with a nearly €2.8 billion hole in its balance sheet.

11/09/2024

Business

German state decides on lifeline for sinking Meyer Werft shipyard

Meyer Werft, one of the world's biggest cruise ship builders, is battling with a €2.7 billion hole in its balance sheet. The German state has proposed a rescue plan.

06/09/2024

Business

Dutch authorities fine Santander over 'irresponsible' lending

This is the second such fine given to the Spanish bank by the Dutch watchdog, which accuses Santander of not gaining enough financial information about some customers, thereby leaving debtors vulnerable.

18/07/2024

Economy

Euroviews. Europeans should bet on modernising the World Bank and IMF

In this decisive year for climate finance, the moment is now for strengthening the World Bank and IMF’s capacity to provide climate finance to developing countries, David McNair and Ameer Chughtai write.

19/06/2024

World News

G7 leaders agree on €46 billion loan package for Ukraine

US President Joe Biden and top global allies took action on dual fronts on Thursday at the G7 summit to reinforce their solidarity with Ukraine as it fights off Russia's invasion

13/06/2024

Green News

Can the world agree on climate finance before COP29?

Countries are set to make a new commitment on climate finance at the UN climate conference in November this year.

12/06/2024

Economy

How Russian state assets could yield tens of billions in cash for Kyiv

Issuing a loan could bring tens of billions for Ukraine to finance its defence, according to the US.

12/04/2024

Business

Mis-sold car finance: UK drivers could be owed thousands

Car buyers may have been charged unfair interest rates on motor loans, according to the UK’s financial regulator.

21/02/2024

Economy

UK homebuying struggle: Deposits hit 105% of average annual income

The price of an average house in the UK increased further in January, at the swiftest rate since October, according to mortgage provider Nationwide.

31/01/2024

Economy

Student loans in Europe: Is university worth the debt?

Euronews Business looks at how fees and support systems work in higher education in Europe, particularly in the UK. We also examine how the employment of recent graduates and salaries vary by educational level.

11/01/2024

Economy

French banks ploughing billions into green and sustainable loans

French banks have doubled the amount of green and sustainable loans given out in 2022, reaching a total of €216 billion, as announced by the Banque Populaire Caisses d'épargne (BPCE) Chairman Nicolas Namias.

30/11/2023

Economy

UK mortgage approvals fall to lowest in eight months

The latest data suggests a further slowdown in the property market due to rising borrowing costs.

30/10/2023

Business

Mixed results for European banks against difficult economic backdrop

Deutsche Bank, Barclays, and Lloyds have all released their third-quarter results this week. Euronews brings you the essentials.

26/10/2023

Business

France extends 0% interest rate loans for low-income households

Mortgages granted to low-income first-time homeowners will increase from €80,000 to €100,000 in 2024. The eligibility criteria for the fiscal measure will also be broadened, in an effort to help more people get on the property ladder.

18/10/2023

Business

Chinese property development giant Country Garden nears default

Country Garden, one of China’s largest property groups, warned on Tuesday that it would “not be able to meet all of its offshore payment obligations."

10/10/2023

Economy

France and Bangladesh sign deal to provide loans, satellite technology

French President Emmanuel Macron is on a two-day visit to Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, to bolster bilateral relations between the two countries.

11/09/2023

Business

Did Elon Musk loan money from SpaceX to pay for Twitter?

The businessman withdrew a loan of $1 billion from SpaceX around the same time he was acquiring Twitter.

06/09/2023

Tunisia

Euroviews. How to fix Tunisia’s economic misery with a fair and bold IMF program

Economic reforms are inherently political, but they should be designed to address the concerns and aspirations of the population impacted by them, Timothy Kaldas and Ayoub Menzli write.

30/08/2023

Money

Is it wise to take out a loan to invest in crypto?

A recent US survey found that 21 per cent of investors took out a loan to pay for crypto. Why are people choosing to do it and is it a good idea?

29/08/2022