Europe
Weak consumer confidence signposts softer growth ahead
Germany and the United States both reported weaker consumer confidence
InternationalThere is space to ease EU-China trade tensions
The EU will significantly increase tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports from the beginning of next month
ChinaBulgaria may see another snap election
Consultations on forming a new government in Sofia seem to have reached an impasse
BulgariaCentral bank cooperation will be key to AI readiness
The BIS has released a special annual report chapter on the impact of AI on the economy, finance and central banks
InternationalHungarian EU presidency will promote right-wing agenda
Hungary takes over the Council of the EU presidency with plans to remake the bloc in its own image
HungarySolar panel food output to rise alongside solar energy
The use of solar panels on land to produce both solar energy and food has many benefits
InternationalNorth Macedonian government will focus on economy
The new government in Skopje promises to fight corruption and boost economy
North MacedoniaEU-China talks could limit trade tensions
The EU and China will hold talks over the coming weeks regarding the EU’s plans to sanction Chinese electric vehicles
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