Browsing: EU Business News

This morning, Eurostat reported that annual inflation in the euro area is anticipated to decline to 1.7% in January 2026, down from 2.0% in December. Key components such as services and food show varied inflation rates compared to last month.

This morning, Eurostat released flash estimates indicating a 0.3% increase in GDP for both the euro area and the EU in Q4 2025. Year-on-year growth stands at 1.3% for the euro area and 1.5% for the EU. Employment rose by 0.2% in the same quarter.

This morning, Eurostat released data indicating that, in the third quarter of 2025, the seasonally adjusted general government deficit to GDP ratio increased to 3.2% in both the euro area and the EU, up from 2.8% and 2.9% respectively.

The European Union’s proposal for the EU-INC aims to create a single company structure to enhance cross-border growth for startups, addressing fragmentation in company laws. The initiative has gained support from over 23,000 in the tech startup community.

The European Court of Auditors (ECA) report warns the EU risks failing to diversify its supply of critical raw materials crucial for energy transition by 2030, with ECA’s Keit Pentus-Rosimannus citing dangerous dependence on China for key minerals.

Sales of fully electric cars in the European Union surpassed petrol-only vehicle sales for the first time in December 2025, reported the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. The EU has implemented a 90% emissions reduction target by 2035, impacting market dynamics.

In a bold move, the company invites employees to vote on potential layoffs, echoing the moral dilemmas of “Squid Game,” highlighting employee involvement in tough choices.

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