Euro area unemployment stable at record low in November
In November, while Spain and France faced some of the highest unemployment rates across Europe, Germany emerged as a leader…
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Eurozone economy slows in December 2024 economic report
The eurozone has experienced a downturn in business activity, primarily attributed to the struggling manufacturing sector, with France emerging as…
Italy negotiating SpaceX telecom security services deal
The Italian government is currently negotiating a significant telecommunications security services contract with SpaceX, valued at €1.5 billion. This potential…
Top In-Demand Jobs and Skills in Europe 2023
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) specialists continue to dominate the job market in Europe, representing a substantial 9% of all…
EU Sparkling Wine Production Exports Drop 8% for 2025
In 2023, the European Union experienced an 8% drop in the production and export of sparkling wine. Despite this downturn,…
Top European Cities for House Price Increases in 2025
The construction industry is struggling to keep pace with soaring demand in numerous countries, resulting in rising prices almost everywhere,…
Chess superstar resolves dress-code dispute with federation
World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen has announced his participation in the upcoming World Blitz Championship, marking a surprising turnaround following…
Spain inflation exceeds forecasts as fuel prices rise December
Spain’s inflation rate unexpectedly soared to 2.8% in December, surpassing the anticipated 2.6%, primarily driven by rising fuel costs and…
Reasons to Resist Retirement and Keep Working Longer
The topic of raising pension ages in Europe has sparked significant political debate, despite the economic rationale supporting such measures.…
UK retailers worry as shoppers avoid Boxing Day sales
The UK’s traditional Boxing Day sales witnessed a significant decline in foot traffic in 2023, largely due to the increasing…
Banking Mergers Surge but Cross-Border Deals Face Challenges
High interest rates have enabled banks to bolster their cash reserves for potential acquisitions, although national concerns may be hindering…
Germany’s Top Five Economic Challenges to Tackle in 2025
Germany is bracing itself for a challenging 2025 characterized by stagnating growth, fiscal uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, soaring energy costs, and…
UK economy stagnation sparks warnings from business leaders
The latest revisions reveal that the UK economy experienced no growth from July to September, with significant downturns in both…
Trump demands Europe boost US oil and gas purchases or face tariffs
The newly elected US president stirs concerns about a potential transatlantic trade war, just a month before taking office in…
Trump demands Europe buy more US oil and gas or face tariffs
The incoming US president is raising concerns about a potential transatlantic trade conflict just a month before his return to…