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ECB's Villeroy Hails US Tariff Pause as a Glimmer of Economic Sanity Amid Global Tensions

ECB's Villeroy views the US tariff pause as a positive but cautious step towards economic rationality, highlighting ongoing issues of unpredictability and protectionism. France's e...

ECB's Urgent Call: Digital Euro Regulation to Combat Foreign Dependence and Strengthen EU Autonomy

ECB's Piero Cipollone stresses the urgency of digital euro regulation to reduce EU's foreign dependence and enhance strategic autonomy, amid concerns over US crypto promotion and d...

European Markets Edge Higher in Premarket as Investors Eye Key Economic Data and ECB Insights

European equities traded flat to higher in Tuesday's premarket, with investors focusing on key economic indicators and ECB President Christine Lagarde's upcoming comments for monet...

March Sees Eurozone Business Activity Surge to a 7-Month Peak Amid Mixed Sector Performances

The Eurozone's business activity reached a seven-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index rising to 50.4. While the services sector saw a slight decline, manufactur...

March Sees Eurozone Business Activity Climbing to a 7-Month Peak Amid Mixed Sector Performances

The Eurozone's business activity reached a 7-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index rising to 50.4. However, the services sector saw a slight decline, while manuf...

March Sees Eurozone Business Activity Reach a 7-Month Peak Amid Economic Shifts

The Eurozone's business activity reached a 7-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index rising to 50.4. The manufacturing sector showed significant improvement, hitti...

Eurozone Business Activity Surges to 7-Month High in March, Signaling Economic Resilience

The Eurozone's business activity reached a 7-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index at 50.4. While the services sector saw a slight decline, manufacturing hit a 2...

Eurozone Business Activity Soars to a 7-Month Peak in March, Signaling Economic Resilience

The Eurozone's business activity reached a 7-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index rising to 50.4. While the services sector saw a slight decline, manufacturing ...

Eurozone Business Activity Soars to a 7-Month Peak in March, Signaling Economic Resilience

The Eurozone's business activity reached a 7-month high in March, with the Composite PMI Output Index rising to 50.4. While the services sector saw a slight decline, manufacturing ...

European Markets Dip in Premarket Trading Amid Global Economic Concerns

European markets declined in premarket trading due to global economic concerns, overshadowing recent central bank decisions. ECB Chief Lagarde expressed worries over the Eurozone's...

European Markets Close Lower Amid Heightened Tariff Talks and ECB Warnings

European stock markets closed lower as investors focused on tariff discussions and ECB warnings of economic impact. The DAX and Euro Stoxx 50 saw significant drops, while the FTSE ...

Christine Lagarde Calls for Swift Action on Digital Euro to Safeguard Europe's Financial Sovereignty

ECB President Christine Lagarde emphasizes the urgency for Europe to accelerate the development of a digital euro to safeguard financial sovereignty and reduce dependency on non-Eu...

Lagarde Challenges the 2% Inflation Target: A New Economic Reality?

ECB President Christine Lagarde discusses the challenges of maintaining a 2% inflation target in the current economic environment, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and we...

Lagarde Challenges Inflation Targets: A New Economic Reality?

ECB President Christine Lagarde discusses the challenges of maintaining a 2% inflation target in the current economic environment, emphasizing the importance of well-anchored infla...

Economic Uncertainty Turns European Markets Red: A Deep Dive into the Turmoil

European stock markets reversed gains amid concerns over U.S. tariff policies and ECB warnings on inflation risks, with major indexes like DAX and CAC 40 experiencing significant d...

ECB's Mario Centeno Expresses Deep Concerns Over Eurozone's Economic Stagnation

Mario Centeno of the ECB expresses deep concerns over the Eurozone's economic stagnation, highlighting the reliance on a strong labor market amidst declining exports and investment...

European Markets Dip Premarket Following ECB's Interest Rate Adjustment

Following the ECB's decision to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point, European stock indexes have dipped in premarket trading. Key economic indicators from Germany, Fra...

Christine Lagarde Advocates for Defense Spending to Spur Innovation Amid Rising Geopolitical Risks

ECB President Christine Lagarde sees increased defense spending as a potential boost for innovation and productivity amidst rising geopolitical tensions, though she notes it's ulti...

Lagarde Warns of Downside Risks to Growth Amid Trade Tensions and Geopolitical Concerns

ECB President Christine Lagarde discusses the downside risks to economic growth due to trade tensions and geopolitical concerns, while highlighting potential boosts from domestic c...

European Markets Mostly Decline as Economic Concerns Take Center Stage

European stock markets mostly fell as the latest Eurozone consumer confidence report failed to meet expectations and the ECB provided no clear direction on inflation and interest r...

European Markets Dip as Economic Concerns and ECB's Stance on Inflation Take Center Stage

European stock markets mostly closed lower as the latest Eurozone consumer confidence report met expectations without surprises. The ECB's unclear stance on inflation and interest ...

European Markets Dip as Economic Concerns Take Center Stage

European stock markets closed mostly lower amid economic concerns, with the Eurozone's consumer confidence report and ECB's stance on inflation influencing investor sentiment. Key ...

European Markets Dip as ECB Holds Back on Inflation Forecasts

European stock markets mostly closed lower following the ECB's cautious inflation stance and a mixed report on Eurozone consumer confidence. Major indexes like DAX and CAC 40 saw d...

European Markets Mostly Decline as Economic Concerns Take Center Stage

European stock markets mostly closed lower amid economic concerns, with the Eurozone's consumer confidence report failing to boost optimism. The ECB's unclear stance on inflation a...

European Markets Dip as ECB's Inflation Stance and Consumer Confidence Data Take Center Stage

European stock markets mostly declined as the latest Eurozone consumer confidence report failed to impress and the ECB remained vague on inflation and interest rates. The DAX, CAC ...

ECB's Nagel Urges EU to Invest €1.2 Trillion Annually for Climate Goals

Joachim Nagel of the ECB highlights the EU's need for over €1.2 trillion annual investment to meet 2030 climate goals, with Germany requiring €390 billion yearly. Private sector in...

Joachim Nagel Advocates for a Gradual Shift Towards Neutral Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

Joachim Nagel, ECB Governing Council member, stresses the importance of a gradual approach to reaching neutral rates, advocating for data-driven decisions amidst economic uncertain...

No Winners in Sight: De Guindos Warns of Dire Consequences in US-EU Trade War

ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos warns of the dire consequences of a potential US-EU trade war, emphasizing that no winners would emerge from such a conflict. He calls for cautio...

Christine Lagarde Highlights Moderation in Eurozone Wage Growth Amid Inflation Concerns

ECB President Christine Lagarde discusses the moderation of wage growth in the euro area and addresses inflation concerns, highlighting the ECB's commitment to achieving its medium...

European Markets Tumble as German Industrial Output Hits Record Low Amid Trade War Fears

European stock markets closed lower due to weak German industrial output and fears of a trade war sparked by US tariffs. Major indexes and currencies experienced declines, with the...

European Markets Tumble as German Industrial Output Hits 2020 Lows Amid Trade War Fears

European stock markets closed lower after German industrial output data showed a significant decline, reaching its lowest since 2020. Investors remain wary of the potential impacts...

US Tariffs Pose Threat to European Economy, ECB Vice President Warns

ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos warns that new US tariffs and escalating trade tensions could negatively impact the global and European economies, highlighting the high level of...