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Exclusive: EU lawmakers freeze EU-US trade deal

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Why the EU is wary of targeting US services in a trade clash

Economy

Uzbekistan develops new rail links to strengthen Eurasian transit role

Switzerland

Washington sees tariffs as geopolitical tool, US trade chief says

Economy

Trump’s wine threats hit more than bottles, say European producers

Poland

550 tonnes: Poland has more gold than the European Central Bank

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Economy

German economic sentiment climbs to 4-year high, defying Trump tariffs

Germany’s economic confidence jumped to a four-year high in January. ZEW data show stronger optimism in export sectors, though markets remain cautious amid rising trade risks.

Economy

Trump pledges tariffs on wine if France does not join 'Board of Peace'

The "Board of Peace" was an idea initially proposed by Trump last September as part of his plan to end the war in Gaza, although the initiative now seems to be aimed at mediating global conflicts more broadly.

Economy

Croatia’s central bank chief nominated as next ECB vice president

Eurozone finance ministers unexpectedly selected the Croatian central bank governor to become the next VP of the European Central Bank. In a surprise move, an official from one of the euro's newest members will soon help shape European monetary policy.

Economy

The barrel and the bargain: Venezuela's oil after Maduro

Output can rise with capital and access — but Venezuela’s oil story has never been just technical. Sovereignty, revenue flows, and who controls where the crude goes are just as important.

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Economy

Is Greenland Europe’s Article 5 moment for trade?

With Washington openly tying tariffs to geopolitical demands over Greenland, EU capitals are considering a never-used mechanism that would allow them to hit back — not as individual states, but as a single market of 450 million consumers.

Economy

AIIB marks tenth anniversary with development funding milestone

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s ‘Decade of Impact’ celebrates ten years of infrastructure development, interconnectivity, and job creation, as it looks towards the next decade of digital transformation.

Economy

Uzbekistan’s economical growth in 2025

Uzbekistan’s GDP exceeded €133bn in 2025, supported by higher investment, rising exports, and growing domestic demand, while employment and household incomes continued to improve.

Economy

China hits 5% growth goal, but weak demand tells another story

China’s economy grew in line with official targets last year, yet economists warn that reliance on exports may not be enough to sustain growth in 2026.

Europe News

What is the EU's anti-coercion instrument, and how does it work?

Calls grow for the EU to deploy its ultimate trade bazooka as Trump threatens fresh tariffs to force the sale of Greenland. The anti-coercion instrument would shut off access to the European single market, punishing US companies. It is powerful on paper, but untested in real life.

Europe News

EU bets on Mercosur as geopolitics clash with eurosceptic backlash

Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.

Europe News

EU vows coordinated response to Trump’s Greenland tariff threat

European leaders vowed to stay united as President Trump threatened to impose fresh tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland in an unprecedented escalation. Von der Leyen says EU will uphold its sovereignty.

Europe News

EU seals contentious trade deal with Mercosur countries

After 25 years of talks, the EU signed the EU-Mercosur trade deal on Saturday, creating a 700 million-person free-trade area. Ratification is still pending, however, with the European Parliament set for a heated debate.

Economy

Criminal probe raises key question: Will Powell leave the Fed in May?

Trump said on Tuesday that he hopes to name a new Fed chair in the next few weeks. But that could get held up by the criminal investigation of Powell.

Economy

Taiwan touts 'best tariff deal' with US amid Beijing's objections

Taiwan had secured 15% tariffs with no additional fees for the automotive and wood furniture industries, and no tariffs for some components used in the aerospace industry.

Economy

Can Europe's military spending revive economic growth?

Europe is ramping up defence spending, led by Germany, with economists expecting a modest boost to growth. While rising orders support activity, long production lags and structural headwinds may limit the economic pay-off.

Economy

Germany edges back into growth after two years of contraction

Europe’s largest economy returned to modest expansion in 2025, as stronger consumer and government spending offset weaker exports hit by higher US tariffs.

Economy

Greenland’s value explained: Could Trump really buy the Danish island?

Greenland’s economy may be small, but its real value is tied to Arctic security and vast mineral reserves. Trump’s interest in it reflects US efforts to counter China’s dominance in sourcing critical raw materials.

Europe News

How the European Parliament can still block the Mercosur deal

The EU-Mercosur trade agreement cannot be implemented without the approval of MEPs, who are set to vote next week on a legal challenge against it.

Economy

China records massive $1.2 trillion trade surplus beating forecasts

According to customs data, the surplus was boosted by trade gains in December, with exports climbing 6.6% from the year before, better than economists’ estimates and higher than November’s 5.9% year-on-year increase.

Economy

Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in privilege?

A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations.

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EU-India trade deal could be agreed by February, Merz says

The German chancellor is already a strong supporter of the contentious Mercosur agreement adopted by EU countries last Friday.

Economy

US opens criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Powell said the investigation, linked to a testimony he gave to a Senate committee about renovations to Fed buildings, was an attempt to limit central bank independence.

Europe News

Mercosur: How Macron’s domestic weakness undercut his Brussels clout

The French president's failure to assemble a blocking minority against the Mercosur deal underscores how his domestic weakness is undermining his clout in Brussels. By contrast, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Germany have secured an important victory.

Europe in Motion

How do other EU countries view the euro as Bulgaria joins?

A recent Eurobarometer study finds support for the euro remains high across the EU, with pollsters claiming the currency has made doing business in different EU countries easier.

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Economy

German trade takes a hit as exports stumble and imports wobble

German exports fell in November 2025, narrowing the trade surplus to €13.1 billion from €17.2 billion a month earlier. The drop was driven by weaker trade with the EU and a steep year-on-year fall in shipments to the United States, while imports from non-EU countries climbed.

Economy

How is Iran’s Revolutionary Guard crushing the country's currency?

In Iran, access to a stable, state-set currency exchange rate is reserved for a privileged few — and economic networks linked to the Revolutionary Guard sit closest to the front of the queue.

Europe News

Paris to vote ‘No’ on Mercosur, risking major diplomatic setback

French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday on X that Paris will oppose the Mercosur trade deal in a crucial vote in Brussels on Friday. If a qualified majority of member states back the agreement, as expected, it would mark a major setback for the French leader.

Europe News

Greenland threats put US-EU trade deal in jeopardy, says senior MEP

The European Parliament’s trade chief told Euronews that the US's stated aim of buying or annexing the Danish territory is changing the assessment of the EU-US trade deal clinched last summer, with some MEPs suggesting it should be frozen.

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Economy

Half of Europeans seek a new job in 2026, but most feel unprepared

Almost half of Europeans in major economies say they plan to look for a new job in 2026. But nearly four in five say they feel unprepared to find a new role.

Economy

Italy seeks carbon border tax freeze, raising stakes for Mercosur

Rome’s backing for the Mercosur deal is still not guaranteed, even after the Commission offered earlier funding for farmers. Rome is now calling for the EU's carbon tax to be lifted. Mercosur signature may still be delayed.

Economy

Eurozone inflation falls to ECB’s 2% target as price pressures ease

Inflation in the eurozone returned to the European Central Bank’s 2% target in December, offering reassurance to policymakers as price pressures continue to ease.

Iran

Security forces clash with protesters as 36 killed in Iran protests

The economic situation is likely to worsen as Iran's Central Bank drastically reduced the subsidised exchange rates for dollars it offers to importers and producers.

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Economy

Mercosur deal: Von der Leyen pledges early funding for EU farmers

The Commission has offered early access to €45 billion of fuding under the next Common Agricultural Policy budget as soon as 2028 to appease farmers. While France’s backing for the Mercosur deal remains highly uncertain, all eyes are on Italy. Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the proposal.

Greece

Greece introduces 2026 tax cuts aimed at families and young workers

Athens has lowered most income tax rates by two points and rolled out extra breaks tied to children and for younger workers, including zero income tax for under-25s earning up to €20,000.

Economy

French inflation eases on energy costs ahead of eurozone data release

Energy prices fell more dramatically in December while food prices increased at a faster rate.

Economy

UK productivity puzzle: Zombie firms fail, but jobs remain scarce

Inefficient firms in the UK are failing, hit by the cost of living crisis. If productive businesses manage to take their place, they could provide a much-needed boost to growth.

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Economy

EU agriculture ministers to hold crucial talks ahead of Mercosur vote

With the European Commission expected to offer assurances to opponents worried about their farmers, the EU’s 27 ministers will meet on Wednesday for a “political” discussion before an expected vote on the pivotal trade deal on Friday.

Economy

Switzerland freezes all Maduro-linked assets 'with immediate effect'

Switzerland ordered a four-year precautionary freeze on any assets held by Nicolás Maduro and people linked to him but gave no figures and did not confirm whether any assets exist.

China

Beijing residents shrug off China's 'insignificant' contraceptive tax

China has made condoms and other contraceptives more expensive as it tries to boost birth rates, but residents in Beijing say the measure will have little impact.

Economy

Gender pension gap across Europe: How much less do women receive?

The gender pension gap in Europe is wider than the gender pay gap, exceeding 30% in several countries.

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Business

China bets on province the size of Belgium to reshape global trade

The Chinese Communist Party has officially turned the island province of Hainan into a free trade port, one of the government's most ambitious economic experiments to date.

Europe News

Bulgaria switches to the euro amid mixed reactions from its citizens

Bulgaria has become the 21st country to adopt the euro, replacing the lev after nearly 20 years in the EU. While many hope it will boost the economy, concerns about inflation and political instability persist.

Economy

Venezuelan bolívar–dollar rate jumps to nearly 480% as sanctions bite

With the bolívar down sharply and access to official dollar rates limited, most Venezuelans now turn to crypto-based markets for foreign currency amid sanctions and persistent inflation.

Economy

Europe’s corruption challenge goes beyond an East–West divide

Petty bribery may be rarer in Western Europe, but influence, lobbying and regulatory capture remain powerful — and often minimised.

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