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Europe Needs a Reform Down-Payment to Raise Growth, Says IMF

The IMF has urged Europe to implement key reforms now to boost growth and competitiveness. With EU GDP forecast to rise only modestly to 1.5% in 2026, the focus turns to labour mobility, harmonised bankruptcy laws, and unlocking long-term investment across the bloc.

UK Economic Growth Slows to 0.3% in Q2, Current Account Gap Widens

UK GDP growth slowed to 0.3% in the second quarter of 2025, down from 0.7% in Q1, according to ONS and Reuters. The current account deficit widened to its largest level in two years, highlighting trade and investment challenges as the UK enters the final stretch of 2025.

UK Consumer Borrowing Surges at Fastest Clip Since Late 2024

UK consumer borrowing surged 7.1% year-on-year in August 2025, the fastest growth since late 2024. Explore why households are leaning on credit, what it signals about demand resilience, and the risks if high interest rates persist.

ASML Becomes Leading Investor in Mistral, Boosting Europe’s AI Ambitions

ASML — Advanced Semiconductor Materials Lithography — has invested €1.3 billion in French AI startup Mistral, taking an 11% stake and supporting Europe’s drive for technological independence. Discover how this landmark deal could shape the region’s AI and semiconductor future.

Euro Zone Lending Growth Ticks Up, Hitting Multi-Year Highs

Euro zone bank lending rose sharply in August 2025, with loans to businesses and households climbing as earlier rate cuts boosted credit growth. Discover what this means for liquidity, economic recovery, and European Central Bank policy.

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Investor Optimism in Europe Briefly Surfaces Among Bond Worries

European stock markets showed cautious optimism in early September 2025, with the STOXX 600 edging higher despite bond market pressures. Discover how sentiment shifted, why forecasts point to modest gains, and what a sudden dip in investor morale means for the outlook.

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Healthcare Sector Sees Investment Boom Amid Technological Innovations

The healthcare industry is experiencing a surge in investments as technological advancements reshape patient care and operational efficiency. From artificial intelligence (AI) to telemedicine, these innovations are attracting significant funding from both public and private sectors.