By Beatrice Romano
Milan-based editor covering the eurozone, banking and the industrial heartlands of the continent.
EBRD Cuts Growth Forecast as Iran Conflict Drives Energy Shock Across Europe and Beyond
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has cut its 2026 growth forecast for its regions to 3.1%, down from 3.4%, citing
France Leads Europe in Foreign Investment Despite Overall Decline
France remains Europe's top destination for foreign investment projects, though the continent saw an 11-year low in 2025. Spain and Turkey p
EU Proposes Supply Chain Caps to Reduce Reliance on China
The European Commission proposes capping single-supplier purchases of critical components at 30-40%. The move targets sectors where Europe d
AI Chatbots for Mental Health: 60% of Users Seek Support but Many Dissatisfied, Survey Finds
More than 60% of individuals are turning to AI chatbots for mental health support amid rising anxiety and stress. However, a recent survey h
Spain's Health Ministry Approves New Statute for Medical Staff Amid Ongoing Protests
Spain's health ministry has approved a new framework statute for health workers, despite months of protests. The reform cuts maximum weekly
Southern Energy Corridors to Reshape Europe's Gas Supplies, Baku Forum Hears
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev defends fossil fuels while urging parallel investment in renewables. Moldova and Bulgaria stress the str
Crypto Addiction Mimics Gambling Disorder, Experts Warn as Treatment Cases Rise
Addiction experts warn that compulsive cryptocurrency trading shares nearly all hallmarks of gambling disorder. A typical patient is a young
Stellantis Invests €1 Billion in French Plant for New EV and Hybrid Models
Stellantis will invest €1bn in its Mulhouse plant in eastern France to develop three new Peugeot EVs and hybrids, starting in 2029. The move
AI and Gas Security Dominate Baku Energy Week 2026 as Azerbaijan Positions Itself as Regional Hub
Baku Energy Week 2026 highlighted how artificial intelligence and digitalisation are reshaping upstream oil and gas operations. Executives a
Eurozone Inflation Hits 3.2% in May, Strengthening Case for ECB Rate Hike
Eurozone inflation accelerated to 3.2% in May, the highest since September 2023, driven by energy and services. Markets now assign a 97% pro
Greece Activates Bilateral Deal to Bring 5,000 Egyptian Farm Workers
A dormant Greece–Egypt labour agreement is now being activated to bring up to 5,000 seasonal farm workers to Greek fields. The scheme aims t
European Parliament Trade Committee Approves EU-US Deal Despite Weakened Safeguards
The European Parliament's trade committee approved the EU-US tariff deal on Tuesday, setting the stage for final adoption later this month.