EU approves 90 per cent emissions cut by 2040 – four states oppose
The new 2040 climate target stems from a political compromise reached last year by EU governments and MEPs after difficult negotia…
War clouds outlook for investors in Dubai’s property market
Record sales, luxury penthouses worth millions and a reputation as a safe haven: Dubai has built an image of stability outside Eur…
US and Israeli strikes on Iran could harm Europe – and benefit Russia
Gas prices in Europe have doubled, and another wave of migration may follow. If the conflict spreads, the continent could face sev…
Iran war hits global supply chains
Air strikes on Iran and the response of the mullah regime are disrupting transport routes around the Persian Gulf, a region vital …
Treasurers outline proposals to curb bureaucracy
Bureaucracy has become an intolerable burden on the economy. Reporting and compliance obligations dominate the daily routine of bu…
AI disruption, tariff uncertainty and debt risks – markets face a new stress test
AI compresses margins, tariff uncertainty persists and private credit risks grow as markets enter a new phase of stress.
Merz in Beijing: Berlin presses for fairer competition as China defends free trade
During his first visit to China since taking office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Beijing to ensure fairer conditions fo…
Gold may climb 20 per cent amid global turmoil
Gold has advanced sharply in recent months, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and Donald Trump’s protectionist agenda. JPMorgan e…
Trump’s trade war hits constitutional limits – White House under pressure
Last week’s key development for global markets was a landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court that curtailed the president’s use of…
Who are the winners and losers of the AI revolution?
Signals from bond markets suggest that artificial intelligence may prove a source of economic tension rather than a painless break…
Taxing gains before they exist: The Dutch shift that could reshape private investing
From January 2028, the Netherlands will tax not only actual investment income but also unrealised gains. Investors will face a 36 …
No recovery in sight for German mid-sized businesses
The German economy is in the midst of a long-term structural crisis. Data from tax advisers confirm the trend and paint a bleak pi…
Lagarde denied leaving the ECB - the markets remain unimpressed
This week confirmed that the main center of economic and financial activity lies outside European markets.
Davos criticises the reasons for the decline of European industry
Along with the weakening European industry, the social stability of the continent is also shaking. A clear signal came from Davos …
Soft landing and strong doubts. Microsoft and Amazon are losing their luster
Gold weakens without news, inflation falls, confidence wanes. Disorientation is the new volatility.