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Protests erupt in La Paz over Bolivia's fuel subsidy cuts

Bolivia sees protests in La Paz after fuel subsidy cuts doubled prices. Workers marched for days as clashes broke out and talks with the government stalled.

6 January 2026

Economy

UK productivity puzzle: Zombie firms fail, but jobs remain scarce

Inefficient firms in the UK are failing, hit by the cost of living crisis. If productive businesses manage to take their place, they could provide a much-needed boost to growth.

6 January 2026

Iran

Trump says US will 'come to their rescue' if Tehran kills protesters

US President Donald Trump warned that Washington is "locked and loaded" if Iran kills demonstrators, following deadly clashes amid hyperinflation-triggered unrest.

2 January 2026

Iran

Iran faces widest unrest since 2022: What we know so far

Protests in Iran erupted due to persistent hyperinflation, leading to shop closures and clashes with security forces. Students and multiple cities joined, demanding economic stability.

1 January 2026

Economy

Europe 2026 salary projections: Countries with the strongest pay rises

Real wage growth is projected to be slightly higher in 2026 than in 2025 in Europe, but which regions will outperform?

25 December 2025

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Nigeria: Christmas lights attract Lagos residents

Nigeria is on display in a softer light as residents of Lagos gathered to see the city’s Christmas decorations.

19 December 2025

Economy

ECB's Lagarde: AI fuels investment, no rate path set

ECB President Christine Lagarde kept rates unchanged, citing persistent uncertainty and strong AI-driven investment.

18 December 2025

Economy

ECB holds interest rates as eurozone economic growth remains robust

The eurozone has managed to weather US tariffs more effectively than expected. Growth remains resilient, while inflation continues to hover around the ECB’s 2% target.

18 December 2025

Europe in Motion

Which country spends the most on gifts at Christmas?

EU Christmas spending surges in 2025 as inflation nudges prices up and regulators tighten toy safety standards.

18 December 2025

Economy

German manufacturing contracts again: Is eurozone growth at risk?

Germany's manufacturing sector contracted further in December, dragging down eurozone output. While services remain resilient, inflationary pressures persist.

16 December 2025

Economy

European bond yields are rising again, but inflation isn't to blame

European bond yields are rising despite stable inflation data as a surge in Japanese yields fuels global market repricing.

2 December 2025

Economy

Biggest eurozone members see easing inflation except for Germany

Inflation figures from some of the biggest eurozone economies, including France, Spain, and Italy, show no immediate threat of price hikes. However, German inflation figures came in unexpectedly high.

28 November 2025

Economy

Uncertainties over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut

A December rate cut is far from certain as inflation continues to run above the Fed's target. At the same time, risks to the US job market remain.

19 November 2025

Economy

Germany’s economic sentiment stalls as policy doubts deepen

Germany’s economic sentiment held steady in November, with the ZEW index at 38.5. Policy doubts and sector weaknesses persist, while private consumption improved.

11 November 2025

Economy

BoE keeps rates steady at 4% as economy shows signs of slowing

The UK's annual rate of consumer price inflation is standing at 3.8%, nearly double the bank’s 2% target.

6 November 2025

Economy

Eurozone inflation slows to 2.1%, yet Lagarde stays cautious

Eurozone inflation eased to 2.1% in October, nearing the ECB’s target. Lagarde praised progress but warned of global and wage-related risks.

31 October 2025

Economy

ECB keeps interest rate at 2% as growth holds up against trade tension

With inflation subdued and growth steady, the ECB maintained rates at their lowest level in more than two years, matching market expectations.

30 October 2025

Economy

Fed cuts key rate yet Powell says future reductions are not locked in

Powell suggested the Fed increasingly sees inflation as less of a threat as the central bank cut its key rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%.

30 October 2025

Economy

Eurozone private sector logs strongest growth in over two years

Eurozone private sector activity rose at its fastest pace since mid-2023 in October, driven by strong services growth in Germany. France lagged with deepening contraction.

24 October 2025

Economy

Inflation in the UK remains high, sitting at 3.8% in September

Consumer prices remained almost twice as high as the Bank of England’s 2% target in September.

22 October 2025