European Geopolitics in an Era of Realignment
As Chinese hands-off investment aligns with African economic nationalism and Near Eastern realignment,where does Europe stand?
As Chinese hands-off investment aligns with African economic nationalism and Near Eastern realignment,where does Europe stand?
Those who expect a U.S. recession will have to wait a little longer, but there are some details in the latest GDP numbers that suggest an economic downturn is indeed on its way.
With these measures, Germany’s establishment parties are trying to stop the rise of the increasingly popular rightwing opposition.
Finnish unions threaten to strike in February over government cuts to social benefits. They forget the massive, destructive government growth that took place 15 years ago.
The ECB chief just ruled out raising interest rates. This is a big mistake that can cost the euro zone dearly in the coming recession.
European interest rates rise and fall closely with American rates. This can be good for Europe, but it can also be bad, especially if America is hit by a fiscal crisis.
François-Xavier Bellamy’s position is difficult to defend since his party belongs to the EPP group whose positions are often at odds with his own.
After months of falling, U.S. interest rates are rising again. There is no apparent economic reason for this, which suggests that investors are worried about government solvency.
The EU’s new fiscal rules are supposed to solve the problem with member state budget deficits. But so far, neither the European Parliament nor the European Council has addressed the two biggest problems with their reform efforts.
The U.S. central bank is predicting an economic slowdown, but their numbers are only preliminary. Here is what data to look for in the coming weeks to see if they are correct.
Instead of focusing on regulating tech giants, the EU should channel its energies into creating an environment that welcomes the next trillion-dollar technology firm.
The latest report on the U.S. government’s credit worthiness is nothing short of fiscal and political dynamite. It should put Congress and President Biden on full alert.
Government still refuses to acknowledge link between Muslim immigration and antisemitic acts
Urso is convinced, not without reason, that in recent years Ryanair has had its way on the Italian market, and that the situation must change.
For those anchored in Christian tradition, Vattimo’s postmodernism is interesting for claiming to share this anchor, even as it sails into perilous waters.
Last time Congress tried to end its own deficits, it ended up putting band-aid on a broken leg.
In a well-written article, the Wall Street Journal predicts the U.S. is headed for a recession. Here’s why they are wrong.
If Macron cannot win the support of conservatives, the Left could end up watering the bill down.
If in need of encouragement about the prospects for children in the West, familiarize yourself with these schools and, if possible, find ways to support them.
With two months left in 2023, the Federal Reserve and the ECB have struck a note of confidence with debt-market investors. This gives Europe hope as they slide into a recession, but will it help America avoid a fiscal crisis?
The doom-and-gloom pundits are wrong. The U.S. economy is in good shape, but there are three dark clouds lurking on the horizon.
Europe’s banks are in credit-crunch mode. The ECB’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged is meant to help, but it also raises the white flag on inflation.