Countries in the European Union have agreed to oversee the border-free Schengen Area through regular ministerial meetings, said France in a move aimed at strengthening the political management of the area in the same manner euro zone gatherings steer economic… Read More ›
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Eurozone trade surplus grows in Feb. 2020, imports from China declines
In a significant development, the euro zone’s trade surplus with the world grew in February, with imports from China falling sharply. The unadjusted goods trade surplus grew to $25.1 billion (23.0 billion euros) in February, compared with 18.5 billion euros… Read More ›
London-based Euro Zone banks should be fully prepared for Brexit by March: ECB supervisory chief
Any pending supervisory concerns for the London-based banks relocation relocating to the Euro Zone will be addressed in the coming weeks. In a statement that essentially amounts to a call for action, European Central Bank supervisory chief Anrea Enria stated,… Read More ›
Eurozone’s industrial output at nearly 3-year low
The bulk of the fall in industrial output in the Eurozone can be attributed to weak investment appetite for capital goods, durable consumer goods, and non-durable consumer goods. On Monday, in what amounts to a confirmation of the series of… Read More ›
Collapse of 3-way negotiations in Germany will have widespread economic consequences for Europe
With major issues facing Germany and the European Union at this critical juncture in history, it is critical that Germany maintains a stable economic outlook. On Monday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel stated, her efforts at forming a three-way coalition has… Read More ›