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Economy

10 hours ago

Europe Agrees to Release 100 Million Barrels of Diesel After Trump Pressure Campaign

Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images Europe has agreed to release a coordinated 100 million barrels from its diesel stockpiles following days of pressure from President Trump, who had threatened to cut off

Economy

4 days ago

Britain in Talks With EU Allies Over Emergency Diesel Reserves as Trump Threatens US Export Ban

Andy Rain/EPA Britain is holding talks with European allies over releasing emergency diesel stockpiles after Donald Trump threatened to cut off US supplies of the fuel, a move that could hit UK

Economy·Europe

2 weeks ago

France’s Budget Challenges Push Bond Risk Gauge to Unprecedented Levels

The cost of insuring French government debt against default has climbed to its highest point since the European sovereign debt crisis over a decade ago, a stark indicator of growing investor unease.

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Bulgaria embraces the euro amidst public apprehension over economic stability

Bulgaria officially joined the eurozone on Thursday, making it the 21st nation to adopt the common currency, nearly two decades after its entry into the European Union. The transition, marked by the

9 months ago

Economy·Europe

Federal Reserve Signals Pause After Third Consecutive Rate Cut

The Federal Reserve, in a move widely anticipated by markets and economists alike, recently delivered its third consecutive interest rate cut, bringing the target range for the federal funds rate down to

10 months ago

Economy·World News

The World’s Future Is Being Forged in Europe”: German Chancellor Warns Allies as Global Power Shifts Accelerate

In a wide-ranging and forceful speech that underscored the European Union’s growing geopolitical weight, Germany’s Chancellor declared that “the future of the world is being shaped in Europe.” His message, delivered at a moment

11 months ago

Economy·Europe·World News

France’s First-Ever Defence Bonds Attract Robust Demand, Signalling Strong Investor Confidence

France’s inaugural defence bond issuance has drawn overwhelming investor interest, marking a major milestone in Europe’s evolving approach to national security financing. The strong response underscores investor confidence in France’s fiscal stability, its commitment

11 months ago

Economy·Europe

Europeans Reject Transatlantic Trade Deal as One-Sided

A new public opinion poll has revealed that a majority of Europeans regard a potential EU–US trade agreement as a humiliation for the continent, reflecting deep-seated anxieties about sovereignty, economic dependence, and the

1 year ago

Economy·Europe·World News

Across the Atlantic: Weighing the Winners in the US Trade Deals with the EU and UK

When it comes to striking trade deals with Washington, both Brussels and London have been eager to claim victory. Since Brexit, the United States has pursued separate negotiations with the European Union

1 year ago

Economy·Europe·World News

Von der Leyen’s Trump Trade Deal Sparks German Backlash

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (CDU) has finalized a controversial customs agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump, triggering a wave of criticism from German political leaders. The deal, aimed at

1 year ago

Economy·Europe·World News

The Hidden Cost Behind Norway’s $2 Trillion Sovereign Wealth Fund

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, formally known as the Government Pension Fund Global, has earned worldwide admiration as the largest of its kind. With assets exceeding $2 trillion in 2025, the fund is

1 year ago

Business·Economy·Europe

Examining the Wage Gap: Do Immigrants Earn Less Than Native Workers in Europe?

Across Europe, a persistent wage gap exists between immigrant workers and their native-born counterparts. On average, immigrants tend to earn less than native workers, though the extent of this disparity varies significantly

1 year ago

Economy·Europe

Von der Leyen Proposes Massive €2 Trillion Budget to Power Europe’s Future

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled a groundbreaking €2 trillion EU budget plan, marking a significant expansion of the bloc’s financial ambitions to drive recovery, resilience, and strategic autonomy over the

1 year ago

Economy·Europe