European stock markets were headed for a muted open Wednesday, as investors brace themselves for another slew of earnings along with euro zone economic growth data.
The Stoxx 600 index notched a sixth straight positive session on Tuesday,…
Category: 3. Europe
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Power restored in Spain, Portugal but reason for blackout remains a mystery
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says “no hypothesis is being ruled out” as he vows to investigate and uncover the cause behind the massive blackout that gripped much of the Iberian Peninsula on Monday.
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China to lift sanctions on EU lawmakers to unlock trade talks – POLITICO
The lifting of sanctions comes against the backdrop of a decision by United States President Donald Trump to upend international trade relations by slapping tariffs on imports, with the most punitive levies falling on China. The resulting uncertainty has jump-started EU trade negotiations…
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Trump returns to his happy place on stage as poll numbers sink
President Donald Trump on Tuesday cast the first 100 days of his term as an unqualified success, reveling in the dramatic change he’s driven across American life despite warning signs that voters are souring on his agenda.
In his first visit to Michigan since winning the swing state last…
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Trump’s tariffs could sink gas deal with Europe, top energy boss warns – POLITICO
That said, “there are some issues when it comes to the cost of tariffs on those projects. Those projects are multi-billion dollar investments in the U.S., and if you have tariffs on steel, on procurement, on imported goods, this might then…
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Revolut set to offer mobile plans in Germany and the UK this year
Revolut will announce on Wednesday that it will launch monthly mobile phone plans, hoping to disrupt the established telecoms market in the EU.
The British-based fintech told Euronews that the plans will first be launched in the UK and Germany this year, with more markets to follow.
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Europe, China’s New Target Market, May Need a Temu Tax
Belgium’s Liege Airport probably doesn’t come to mind when picturing the frontlines of the US-China trade war. Yet two Boeing 747s last December gave customs officials there a hint of how the conflict may affect Europe: Both planes were…
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Kallas’ visit to Baku – POLITICO
In contrast, under President Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan has become the quintessential autocracy. Power in Baku is concentrated in one family; dissent is crushed, journalists jailed, elections a formality. In February 2024, Aliyev secured a fifth…
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EU views break from US as ‘unrealistic’ amid global tech race – POLITICO
In the context of escalating trade tensions and mounting hybrid threats, the EU will soon release its International Digital Strategy for Europe. “Tech competitiveness is an economic and security imperative for all aspiring to durable wealth and stability,” says a draft version dated April…
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Inside the grassroots movement rebuilding flood-ravaged Valencia – POLITICO
A common path
The scale of the Valencia region’s reconstruction challenge is formidable.
According to Mayor Silvent, some infrastructure — like Catarroja’s indoor pool and police station — is set to be rebuilt on higher ground, while buildings like the auditorium will be cleared…
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