French PM Resigns—Who Will Dare Fill His Shoes? Hélène de Lauzun December 5, 2024 France is still on the brink of bankruptcy, but Barnier’s budget wouldn’t have changed the game.
Budget Deficits Threaten European Interest Rates Sven R. Larson October 29, 2024 Interest rates continue to decline in Europe, but investors should be aware. The calm in the markets today could precipitate a storm tomorrow.
French Budget Vote Will Put New Prime Minister to the Test Hélène de Lauzun October 22, 2024 If no majority support emerges in the Assembly, Michel Barnier may have to resort to overruling parliament.
France: Europe’s Next Fiscal Flashpoint Sven R. Larson October 1, 2024 Anyone looking for a parody of fiscal policy needs to look no further than France. The French government has been in breach of the EU’s
UK: Labour Planting the Seeds for Major Tax Rises Michael Curzon July 26, 2024 Extra tax hikes totalling close to €30 billion could be just around the corner.
Brace for Austerity, Part II Sven R. Larson July 10, 2024 Structural spending reform replaces today’s welfare state with basic but dignified benefits to those who by no fault of their own are unemployed.
Brace for Austerity, Part I Sven R. Larson July 9, 2024 Reckless government spending is going to provoke more fiscal austerity in Europe. There is no right way to do austerity. Here is why.
Euros & Dollars: EU Puts Italy in Its Fiscal Crosshairs Sven R. Larson April 9, 2024 The European Commission has plans to go after Italy for its excessive budget deficit. There is no real reason for them to do this, and the timing is very bad.
Euros & Dollars: This Is Sinking Europe’s Economy Sven R. Larson April 5, 2024 EU member states must decide between prioritizing reduced ‘inequality’ or increased economic growth.
Euros & Dollars: How to Fix America’s Debt Problem, Part I Sven R. Larson April 3, 2024 There is only one way that Congress can permanently end its budget deficits. Here is how to get the job done.
