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European shares flat as investors weigh mixed earnings and broader global signals
STOXX 600 barely budges, Germany’s DAX dips, real-estate stocks rally as earnings disappoint across sectors In a day of muted action across Europe, the broad STOXX 600 index held essentially flat, reflecting investor caution as corporate earnings came in mixed…
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EU Backs Gaza Cease-Fire Plan Amid Accusations of Complicity
The European Union pledges to support Gaza’s recovery as MEPs charge the bloc with enabling the war and failing to act on human-rights abuses. The European Union (EU) announced on Tuesday that it will lend its full backing to the…
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After the American Shield: Europe’s Quest for Strategic Autonomy
As the transatlantic defence guarantee shows signs of fragility, Europe pushes to chart an independent security course amid changing global dynamics. In the corridors of power in Brussels and capitals across Europe, a new phrase is increasingly heard: strategic autonomy.…
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EU Poised to Adopt 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia
As talks swirl over possible Vladimir Putin visit, the European Union signals new pressure on Moscow’s war economy Senior EU officials signalled this week that the bloc is on the verge of adopting its 19th sanctions package against Russia, reinforcing…
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Europe Should Be Tougher on China Trade, Bundesbank Chief Says
Joachim Nagel urges a more assertive stance as Chinese export pressure intensifies and global trade flows shift WASHINGTON/FRANKFURT — Europe should approach its trade relationship with China with greater confidence and readiness to defend its economic interests, Bundesbank President Joachim…
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Nigel Farage’s Partner Drawn Into Brussels Fraud Probe
Laure Ferrari — former head of a Eurosceptic think‑tank and long‑time partner of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage — faces scrutiny over untraceable EU funds as EU anti‑fraud officials and Belgian prosecutors review spending at IDDE. BRUSSELS — The European…
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France’s Telco Shake‑Up: Orange, Bouygues and Free Table €17bn Bid for Altice France — and Hit an Early Wall
A three‑way offer to carve up most of Patrick Drahi’s SFR would redraw France’s mobile map from four networks to three, but regulatory and political scrutiny loom large after an initial rejection PARIS — In a dramatic move that could…
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Balancing on the Borderline
Mexican diplomacy under President Claudia Sheinbaum has deftly managed tensions with Washington and at home — but pressure is mounting. MEXICO CITY — In her first year in office, President Claudia Sheinbaum has practiced a brand of quiet, technocratic diplomacy…
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Reeves Eyes ISA Shake‑Up to Channel British Savings into Home‑Grown Stocks
November Budget could halve the Cash ISA allowance and launch a ‘British’ equity push—supporters hail a US‑style investment culture, while lenders and consumer groups warn of a backlash LONDON — UK chancellor Rachel Reeves moved back to the front foot…
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Brussels Pivots Past Washington: EU Courts U.S. States and Business on Clean Energy
After President Trump says climate change is “the greatest con job ever,” the EU shifts its climate diplomacy to governors, mayors and boardrooms BRUSSELS—The European Union is quietly redrawing its transatlantic climate playbook. Rather than waiting for policy signals from…
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