Germany’s industry chiefs sound alarm as economy tanks
Industry executives have warned that Germany has entered a phase of “de-growth” dominated by nosediving industrial production.
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Former EC chief economist: ‘If heavy European industry disappears, so be it’
Talk of European de-industrialisation is pure alarmism and lobbying, according to Pierre Régibeau. The European economy should be left to "adjust itself".
Germany now the ‘Sick Man of Europe’
Germany has long been regarded as the engine of the European economy but that engine is sputtering and the "Sick Man of Europe" label is starting to stick.
Central Europe’s arms makers scramble for workers as Ukraine boosts business
From building apartments for new employees to offering retired workers free canteen meals to share their expertise, Central Europe's arms manufacturers are…
Germany now suffering ‘de-industrialisation’, says CDU leader
Germany is experiencing a "creeping process of de-industrialisation", Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leader Friedrich Merz has said.
Dutch tech hub mayor warns EU is lagging behind on innovation support
The European Union is falling behind on support for new technologies as it risks becoming dependent on the US and China, according to the mayor of a major Dutch…
Nearly half of SMEs ‘may end operations’ in Germany
Almost 50 per cent of small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are considering ending their operations there, research by an industry body has found.
Volkswagen in dire straits as electric-car bubble bursts
German carmaker Volkswagen is struggling over a collapse in sales of electric vehicles, with the future of the giant motor manufacturer “at stake”, according…
Switzerland now imports more cheese than it exports
Switzerland's exports of its world-renowned cheeses have been exceeded by foreign imports for the first time.
Economic expert says Germany needs 1.5 million immigrants a year
Monika Schnitzer, chairwoman of Germany’s Council of Economic Experts, claims her country needs 1.
Europe ‘in danger of losing the battery race’; green energy transition at risk
The EU's court of auditors is sceptical about the bloc’s push for an effective transition to greener energy, saying the whole process might be at risk.
Breton: EU should control important companies
Thierry Breton, the European Commissioner for Internal Market, says the European Union should buy companies that are strategically important to its economy, adding,…