European Economy
Panzani and Cerealis Plan €1.8 Billion Merger to Build European Food Group
French pasta maker Panzani and Portugal’s Cerealis have entered exclusive talks to combine their businesses in a deal that would value the proposed...
Euro Zone Ministers Urge France to Pass 2027 Budget as Borrowing Costs Surge
Euro zone finance ministers and European Central Bank officials are expected to urge France to approve its 2027 budget as rising borrowing costs...
Euro Falls to 17-Month Low as France’s Debt Crisis Weighs on Markets
The euro fell to a 17-month low on Monday as growing concerns over France’s debt and political uncertainty put renewed pressure on European...
Hungarian Bonds Attract Investors as Euro Adoption Prospects Strengthen
Hungarian government bonds are attracting increased interest from international investors as expectations grow that the country could move closer to adopting the euro...
German Election Setbacks Put Merz Reform Plans Under Pressure
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to continue with his government’s reform programme despite major losses for his conservative bloc and coalition partner,...
EU Countries Back Carbon Market Changes to Curb Carbon Price Spikes
European Union countries have backed changes to the bloc’s carbon market aimed at reducing sharp price increases and providing greater stability for businesses...
France’s Public Debt Set to Hit Record High as Deficit Remains Elevated
France’s public debt is expected to climb to 119.3% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2026, putting the country on track for its...
Jaguar Land Rover Targets NATO Defence Contracts With New Military Defender
By Benson Daniel Jaguar Land Rover is in talks with NATO countries over potential sales of its newly revamped military Defender, as the...
