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Economy
EU divided over tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles amid growing geopolitical tensions
Discussions about tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) are intensifying following a recent meeting of industry ministers in Brussels on Thursday (26th). Member states are split on supporting these tariffs, with undecided countries like Sweden and Germany potentially abstaining.
Draghi: The EU to consider report’s proposals or face ‘slow agony’
Mario Draghi handed to Ursula von der Leyen the highly anticipated report on European competitiveness stressing the urgent need to boost productivity to achieve the EU’s political and economic goals.
How are Chinese exports putting Germany’s top industries on collision course?
China’s aggressive industrial strategy, characterised by significant subsidies and overcapacity, is increasingly putting it on a collision course with Germany’s leading export industries, particularly in sectors such as automotive and machinery.
ECB’s high-stakes balancing act amid economic turmoil
The European Central Bank (ECB) is a powerhouse in the EU, wielding influence over financial supervision, foreign exchange reserves, and economic forecasts. The ECB’s main goal is to keep inflation at 2% by adjusting interest rates. Its massive quantitative easing program from 2015 to 2022 aimed to tackle low inflation with trillions of euros.
What it takes to halt mass tourism in the EU
The European Union is expected to welcome 758 million tourists this year, a number equivalent to about 70% of the entire European population, according to the European Travel Commission.
Can Europe rely on private capital to achieve its goals?
It’s no secret that Europe is facing some of the biggest challenges in its history, from the digital and green transition to climate adaptation and mitigation, along with the need to boost its security and defence resources and enhance its competitiveness.
Everything we know about the Draghi report
The forthcoming report by former Italian prime minister and former European central bank president, Mario Draghi, on the future of European competitiveness is a valuable opportunity to shape the EU policy agenda for the coming EU legislative term and beyond.
From political woes to economic ones: The first roaring week of France’s election campaign
France has broken EU rules when it comes to fiscal policy, according to the European Commission’s latest report. In response, the Elysée has until September to present a plan able to quell Brussels’s fears.
Europe’s new tariffs against China: If you want peace, prepare for trade war
The European Commission announced new trade tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, under pressure from the United States and part of the union, in the hope of opening negotiations with China.
EU elections candidates clash over what’s best for European economy
Candidates across the political spectrum are meeting twice this week to confront their adversaries and share their vision for Europe. What did they have to say about the state of the EU economy?
The EU’s economic destiny, according to the Letta report
In today's episode of Today in the EU, we decrypt the 147-page long report by former Italian prime minister Enrico Letta that all EU institutions have been waiting for. Letta's analysis of the EU's single market was commissioned by the European Council a year ago.
Is fear of June EU elections the glue holding the German coalition together?
Germany’s coalition government has many battles to tackle internally and externally and seems more divided than ever.
Summit with focus on Iran’s attack and EU’s competitiveness
In this episode of our ‘Today in the EU’ podcast, we’re looking into this week's EU summit and the pressing topics on the agenda.
Push for permanent RRF faces scrutiny amidst latest €600m fraud in Italy
In this episode of our daily ‘Today in the EU’ podcast, we take a deep dive into the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).
Europe’s industry declines as China ‘de-risks’ from the West
China's drive to reduce reliance on the West is worsening Europe's industrial decline.
The EIB is looking into relaxing lending criteria for military investments
In this episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we’re diving into the EU’s lending arm's intention to“stretch” its investment remit beyond financing dual-use goods that can be exploited for civilian and military purposes.
Final push for the EU’s corporate due diligence law with compromises
On this episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we’re diving into the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Law, which is getting its final push on Friday 15th of March.
EU’s de-risking strategy in the face of China
This week on Beyond the Byline, EURACTIV digs into the new economic security strategy presented by the European Commission on Tuesday (20 June). The plan seeks to persuade all 27 EU member states to implement stricter regulations for the export and …
What’s changing for platform workers in the EU?
Have you ever ordered food from the comfort of your home or have you ordered an Uber to take you home after a party? If the answer is yes then you’ve participated in the gig economy.
EU parliament approves anti-money laundering authority, what’s next?
This week on the Beyond the Byline podcast, we are looking at the anti-money laundering and terrorism financing reform approved by the European Parliament on March 28th. Recent successive scandals such as Qatar gate and Danske Bank have led to calls …
How safe are European banks?
This week on the Beyond the Byline podcast, we are looking at the trouble in the financial markets, following the collapse of the US-based Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Credit Suisse had to be taken over by UBS in an emergency …
EU countries split over strict fiscal rules reform
This week on the Beyond the Byline podcast, we are discussing Ecofin after EU finance ministers met on February 14th in Brussels to exchange views on the EU’s debt and deficit rules. What did the Commission propose for the reform …
How could Croatia’s euro adoption impact the economy amid soaring inflation?
This week, in the very first episode of EURACTIV's Beyond the Byline podcast for 2023, we are discussing Croatia’s transition to the euro.
Euro and dollar parity: what does it mean? / Turmoil and scandal in French politics
In EURACTIV’s last episode of Beyond the Byline before the summer holidays, we are addressing the turmoil in French politics. With Emmanuel Macron struggling to set up a functioning government, we look at whether a coalition is a possibility and …