European economy
The Billionaire’s Gambit: Decoding Andrej Babiš’s Rise to Power and Its Impact on the Czech Economy
A deep dive into how billionaire Andrej Babiš navigated conflict of interest laws to become Czech PM, and what it means for investors and the economy.
Slovakia’s Rule of Law Under Siege: A Red Flag for the European Economy and Investors
Slovak PM Robert Fico’s crackdown on whistleblowers and anti-corruption bodies poses a major risk to the economy, investor confidence, and rule of law.
The Great Industrial Migration: Why Clariant’s Warning Spells Trouble for the European Economy
Swiss chemical giant Clariant’s expansion in China signals a broader industrial exodus from Europe, driven by high energy costs and shifting global economics.
The European Paradox: Why Stronger Nations Might Build a Stronger Union
The long-held vision of a federalized Europe is being challenged. A model of stronger nation-states may unlock greater economic and financial potential.
The Resilience Recipe: Unpacking Europe’s Decade-Long Growth Champions
An in-depth analysis of the FT’s ranking of Europe’s long-term growth champions, revealing the sectors and strategies driving a decade of success.
Digital Sovereignty: Why a Single AWS Outage Exposes a Multitrillion-Dollar Risk to the Global Economy
An AWS outage highlights Europe’s risky over-reliance on US tech, exposing a multitrillion-dollar threat to the global economy and investment portfolios.
Beyond the BBVA Blip: Why Europe’s Banking Merger Wave is Just Getting Started
Despite BBVA’s failed bid for Sabadell, a powerful wave of consolidation is sweeping European banking, driven by profits, regulation, and fintech.
Caught in the Crossfire: Europe’s High-Stakes Gamble in the Global Chip War
Europe’s chip strategy is faltering. The Dutch block of Nexperia shows how the EU is caught in the US-China tech war, impacting the economy and investors.
France Hits Pause: Macron’s Pension Reforms Shelved Until 2027 – A Deep Dive for Investors
France freezes Macron’s controversial pension reform until 2027. A deep dive into the political gambit and its impact on the economy and investors.
Macron’s Gambit: What Sébastien Lecornu’s Premiership Means for France’s Economy and Global Investors
Macron’s appointment of Sébastien Lecornu as PM is a high-stakes move to stabilize France’s economy. What does this mean for investors and markets?