Экономика
Finance minister criticizes opposition's shadow budgets
8 октября 2025 Изображение, созданное ИИ
Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson has dismissed the opposition's shadow budgets as scattered and ungovernable. The four opposition parties – Social Democrats, Left Party, Green Party, and Center Party – have presented their alternatives to the government's 2026 budget. Clear differences emerge within the opposition, especially on benefits and taxes.
Немецкий кабинет министров одобрил реформы в области полиции, больниц и социальных взносов
8 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ
Немецкий кабинет министров в среду обсуждал модернизацию Закона о федеральной полиции, который, в частности, усиливает оборону от дронов. Также были одобрены изменения в реформе больниц и повышение социальных взносов для высокооплачиваемых работников. В фокусе внимания также строгие правила для медицинского каннабиса.
Lagarde addresses euro's international role at EU parliament hearing
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde spoke before the European Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs on October 6, 2025, highlighting the euro area's economic resilience amid global uncertainties. She outlined growth and inflation projections while emphasizing the need to strengthen the euro's global standing. Lagarde called for reforms to enhance Europe's economic foundations and geopolitical position.
Sébastien Lecornu proposes CVAE cut for 2026 budget
5 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ
Minister Delegate Sébastien Lecornu announced a proposal to cut the CVAE, a production tax on companies, as part of the 2026 budget. This comes amid rising political pressures before government formation. Calls for compromises with the left, especially the PS, aim to avert a censure motion.
US power bills soar and face further increases
7 октября 2025Фридрих Мерц оптимистичен в отношении реформы гражданского дохода
11 октября 2025Putin approves advertising on Russian spacecraft
7 октября 2025Советники Катарины Райхе требуют дерегулирования и повышения пенсионного возраста
6 октября 2025Spain approves multi-billion loan to Airbus for 105 helicopters in Albacete
8 октября 2025Lagarde urges stronger global role for the euro
11 октября 2025Trump unveils drug pricing deal with AstraZeneca
11 октября 2025Zucman tax and its potential use for climate questioned
Élisabeth Borne opens door to suspending pension reform
9 октября 2025 Изображение, созданное ИИ
Former Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has suggested suspending the pension reform to ensure national stability amid a post-dissolution political crisis. This proposal, coming from the architect of the 2023 project, draws sharp criticism over its moral and economic implications. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has not ruled it out, while calling for debate.
Electricity prices expected to rise slightly this winter
Electricity prices are expected to rise slightly this winter, according to Länsförsäkringar. Market uncertainty is high, and analyst Christian Holtz warns of higher costs if consumers fail to monitor peaks in the electricity grid. The article highlights costs for average households in different electricity areas.
U.S. government shutdown reaches day four with economic costs mounting
5 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ Изображение, созданное ИИ
The U.S. federal government is in its fourth day of a shutdown due to stalled budget negotiations, affecting national parks, federal workers, and services nationwide. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer highlighted the financial toll, estimating costs at $1.2 billion for paying non-working employees. Prospects for an agreement remain uncertain as partisan divides persist.
Cuomo warns of socialism's dangers at New York mayoral forum
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo criticized Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani's socialist policies during a business forum, citing the failed Amazon headquarters deal as evidence of their risks. Speaking to business leaders, Cuomo argued that such approaches threaten the city's economy. The remarks came less than a month before Election Day.
U.S. government shutdown enters second week over funding dispute
8 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ Изображение, созданное ИИ
The U.S. federal government shutdown, now in its second week since starting on October 1, 2025, stems from a partisan standoff in the Senate over extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits. Democrats demand a firm commitment to the subsidies before approving funding, while Republicans push for a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government first. Impacts include flight delays, uncertainty over federal worker pay, and the delay of key economic data.