In a statement Lufthansa said, it has agreed to lease four new Airbus A350-900 long-haul passenger jets in a move aimed at restructuring its balance sheet midst the coronavirus-induced COVID-19 pandemic. “Airplanes are currently available at low lease rates as carriers… Read More ›
Month: October 2021
Austria will implement carbon pricing in the biggest tax overhaul in its modern history
As part of an overhaul of its taxation regime, Austria will implement a carbon levy of 30 euros per tonne said government officials while adding, the move is aimed at rewarding behaviour that helps protect the environment while cutting corporate… Read More ›
September Inflation In Euro Zone Rises To Bit 13-Year High
Inflation in the eurozone reached a 13-year high in September and experts and economists expect it to rise further, casting doubt on the European Central Bank’s optimistic assessment of the largest price rise since before the global financial crisis. The… Read More ›
August Consumer Spending In US Increases, But Households’ Buying Power Hit By Inflation
Consumer spending in the United States increased in August, but outlays were lower than previously believed when adjusted for inflation. This data supported forecasts that economic growth would stall in the third quarter as Covid-19 infections increased. Inflation remained high… Read More ›
EU postpones trade talks with Australia
On Friday, in a statement Australian Minister for Trade Dan Tehan said, trade talks with the European Union have been postponed. The development comes in the wake of Canberra deciding to cancel a $40 billion submarine deal with France. Last… Read More ›