US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright critiques European climate policies for harming economic growth and energy security, while highlighting US shifts in climate and energy strategies.
Economic experts highlight France's dual-speed economy and urgent debt challenges, advocating reforms for fiscal sustainability.
EU leaders agree on the 'European preference' policy to enhance competitiveness and protect industry amid global trade pressures from the US and China.
Economic experts discuss France's declining GDP per capita while the government pushes a major nuclear energy revival plan to boost future growth.
Arnaud Montebourg becomes president of Lyon-based financing firm Monego, reinforcing his commitment to French economic sovereignty and industry support.
France and Europe are reinforcing economic sovereignty through SME innovation and new EU legislation targeting strategic sectors and foreign investments, amid a shifting global landscape.
EU leaders and industrialists gathered in Belgium to tackle European competitiveness challenges, focusing on industrial revitalization, regulatory reform, and economic sovereignty amid a new Chinese economic threat.
A new study categorizes European far-right parties into three economic policy regimes, revealing complex and varied approaches to capitalism and financial regulation.
Economic strain in French regions like Gironde coincides with political challenges as Prime Minister Lecornu seeks consensus on tough budget cuts.
French Economy Minister Roland Lescure leaves open the possibility of extending the exceptional contribution tax on large companies beyond 2026, emphasizing the need for fiscal balance and budget negotiations.
France faces economic decline and political concerns over foreign ownership in key industries, prompting government reassurances of active involvement.
Economy Minister Roland Lescure defends foreign acquisitions of French firms, citing stringent controls and strategic protections to safeguard national economic interests.
Banque de France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau calls for stronger deficit reduction in 2026 and urges Europe to assert economic sovereignty amid US-China tensions and Mercosur trade debates.
Europe faces economic headwinds from euro appreciation and global trade tensions, pressuring growth and industrial output, with French officials calling for greater economic sovereignty.
France adopts a challenging 2026 budget with difficult concessions while President Macron criticizes the ECB's restrictive monetary policy for impeding economic growth.
French business leaders express growing pessimism about the economy amid controversial budget measures and political instability at the start of 2026.
2026 faces pivotal political questions and debates over government involvement in monetary policy amid Trump's influence and Federal Reserve scrutiny.
France faces economic risks with a 5.4% deficit as government seeks swift 2026 budget adoption amid calls for compromise and fiscal prudence.
AI sparks divided views in France, seen as both an economic disruptor and a catalyst for innovation, with experts urging adaptation amid broader economic challenges.
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion proposes a voluntary European single capital market to close the economic growth gap with the US, emphasizing innovation and policy reform.
Éric Lombard urges the French government to reconsider use of article 49.3 of the Constitution to break the political deadlock and ensure passage of the 2026 budget.
Nobel laureates Philippe Aghion and Paul Krugman discuss the need for an EU unified capital market to enhance innovation and economic competitiveness against the US.
Experts predict economic shifts for France in 2026 as a new tax credit advance payment benefits 9 million taxpayers.
Critical voices highlight inequities and setbacks in France's youth employment policies, as economic and budget challenges threaten apprenticeship funding and future opportunities.
Bulgaria adopts the euro on January 1, 2026, facing public division and economic concerns over rising costs and local business competition.
Starting January 2026, France enacts key social and economic policy changes including wage hikes and service cost increases, alongside a temporary budget law amid parliamentary delays.
The Ministry of Economy in France sees a shift in power dynamics with new autonomy granted to key ministers amid ongoing budgetary challenges.
The Bank of France has raised growth forecasts for 2025-2026, underscoring economic resilience but highlighting losses due to political and budgetary uncertainties.
France confronts economic stagnation with declining growth and investment, prompting Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion to propose innovative solutions amid shifting consumer trends among youth.
Amidst high and complex taxation in France, the government opts against any exceptional minimum wage increase for 2025, maintaining only inflation-linked adjustments due to challenging economic conditions.
France faces a complex debate on fiscal efforts for the 2026 budget with entrepreneurs warning against tax hikes that might hinder growth amid political divisions on pension reform.
Amid France’s record €3.4 trillion debt and rising interest burdens, Bruno Le Maire faces mounting criticism but defends his economic management and outlines ongoing challenges.
Debates intensify in France as Nobel-led report condemns rising global inequality calling for fiscal reforms, while Macron's Nobel-winning advisor's innovation theory faces critique for overlooking social equity.
France approves a modest new 'unproductive wealth' tax amid complex 2026 budget negotiations marked by political deadlock and party tensions.
Leading economists and officials in France stress innovation-driven growth and fiscal responsibility as pillars of the country's economic strategy and investor confidence.
France has implemented a strategic "war economy" policy to rapidly adapt its economic and industrial capacities in support of military readiness amid growing concerns about future high-intensity conflicts in Europe.
France's 2026 budget discussions focus on extending the Dutreil pact to help small business employee buyouts and contentious debates over the wealth-targeting Zucman tax, highlighting political divisions and economic priorities.
Philippe Aghion urges collective action for France's 2025 economic challenges as industrialists voice concerns and global growth forecasts predict slowdown.
France's 2026 budget debate begins amid political tensions, credit rating downgrades, and SME concerns over economic strain and fiscal burden.
The 2026 French budget faces political friction and business concerns over tax reforms, with significant measures and opposition debate.