EU Economy
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Europe’s magic works better in the dark
Opinion Europe’s latest fiscal intervention looks like the kind of muddle-through that makes a United States of Europe more likely, says Merryn Somerset Webb. But only if you don’t look too closely.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The eurozone takes a big step forward towards fiscal union
News The European Union’s coronavirus recovery plan and its decision to issue joint debt will change the bloc forever.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Here’s the one simple reason the EU deal matters for investors
News The EU has agreed a deal to bail out the countries worst-hit by coronavirus. It's not the best deal on earth, but it is a very important one for investors. John Stepek explains why.
By John Stepek Published
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Will this weekend take the world a step closer to a federal Europe?
Opinion The EU is meeting to discuss issuing common debt backed by all member states. That’s a big change, says John Stepek, and could have far-reaching effects. Here he explains why it matters to the global economy and to you.
By John Stepek Published
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Margrethe Vestager: a symbol of all that’s wrong with the EU
Opinion Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s competition commissioner, wields enormous power over industry, and abuses it, says Matthew Lynn.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Why a stronger euro is good news for investors
Opinion The fragile state of the eurozone has for a long time brought the threat of deflation. But the ECB’s latest moves have dampened those fears. John Stepek explains what’s going on, and why the euro is so important.
By John Stepek Published
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Here’s why investors should care about the EU’s plan to tackle Covid-19
Opinion The EU's €750bn rescue package makes a break-up of the eurozone much less likely. John Stepek explains why the scheme is such a big deal, and what it means for you.
By John Stepek Published
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Germany throws a spanner in the eurozone’s works
News A German court has told the ECB to beware of exceeding its mandate with its QE scheme. John Stepek explains what this means, and why it matters.
By John Stepek Published
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A battle for the future of Europe
Cover Story The struggle to pay the costs of the coronavirus crisis has exacerbated long-standing tensions about the EU’s budget. Failure to compromise could be disastrous for the bloc’s survival.
By Simon Wilson Published
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