Prices in the countries that use the euro rose 2.4 percent in the year through March, coming closer to the European Central Bank’s 2 percent inflation target.
Author: MELISSA EDDY
Small Businesses Sound Alarm Over Weakening German Economy
Thousands of companies, concerned that Germany is facing a recession, are calling for an end to political infighting that has blocked a possible stimulus plan.
Let Tesla Expand? Three German Teens Have a Few Thoughts.
The U.S. automaker’s plan to enlarge its operations outside Berlin has divided local residents. Some worry about the environmental costs; others see job prospects.
Germany’s Economy Stalls Amid Falling Output and Political Bickering
The economy shrank last year and is not predicted to grow much in 2024. Farmers are angry, industrial output is falling and the government is bickering.
Eurozone Price Pressures Edged Higher to End the Year
Inflation in the countries that use the euro rose to 2.9 percent in December, but the underlying rate continued a downward trend.
Tesla Is Fighting With Sweden’s Unions. Here’s What to Know.
The action began with a mechanics walkout in October, but has spread to include blockades by other unions. Tesla has pushed back through the courts.
Germany to Override Debt Limit to Resolve Budget Crisis
Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged financial support for economic modernization and Ukraine, but will need backing for new borrowing to fill a spending gap.
Germany Announces Special Budget to Avert Crisis
Germany could be forced to suspend a constitutional law that limits borrowing for a fourth consecutive year, after court ruling upended Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s spending plans and threw his government into chaos.
Germany Freezes Government Spending as Budget Crisis Deepens
The government, scrambling to fill a budget gap in the wake of a court ruling, said it would halt future spending commitments.
A New Place to Learn Civics: The Workplace
Fearing that rising distrust could spell doom for businesses, some companies are offering employees lessons in democracy.