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Interest rates are falling, but Europe’s big debtor countries still won’t get much relief
Further rate cuts likely but beware of geopolitics, Cypriot bank chief says
Keir Starmer doesn’t want the UK to end up like Germany
These people want to run the EU’s economy
What the last of the anti-war Chicago Seven wants today’s protesters to know
How Kamala Harris’ platform could differ from Joe Biden’s
How Kamala Harris’ platform could differ from Joe Biden’s
Here are some hints about how Harris’ agenda and Biden’s might compare if she ends up taking the oath in January.
UK economy grew robustly in Q2 — but that’s as good as it gets, for now
GDP per capita is still below its pre-pandemic peak, meaning that the average Briton is still worse off than five years ago.
The final piece of the Senate puzzle, another ‘Squad’ primary and more races to watch on Tuesday
Primaries are taking place in Connecticut, Minnesota, Vermont and Wisconsin.
A killjoy’s guide to how the financial turmoil might screw up your life
What could possibly go wrong?
Meet the man who could help Meloni build bridges with Europe
He’s the favorite to be Italy’s next EU commissioner. If he gets the job, it suggests Rome wants a new type of relationship with Brussels.
Your Tim Walz policy guide: Where he stands on abortion, unions, energy and more
The Minnesota governor may bring rural appeal but his policies reflect a progressive agenda.
EU countries approve first €4.2B payment to Ukraine
The money, part of a €50 billion bundle of grants and loans, will help Ukraine rebuild.
German coalition’s budget fight is back
The finance minister cast doubt on a draft budget agreement for 2025, renewing a conflict that threatens to subvert Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government.
Priced out of housing, many younger disillusioned voters embrace populism
The scarcity of affordable homes to buy or rent has raised enthusiasm for politicians campaigning against immigration — though other causes for the crunch abound.
Trump vs. Biden’s historic climate agenda
President Joe Biden may no longer be on the 2024 ballot — but his legacy is. And former President Donald Trump would have multiple tools to thwart his ambitions on energy, infrastructure and climate change.
Europe’s €10 trillion gamble
From Athens to Berlin, governments are coalescing around an idea to turbocharge the economy. If successful, it could be transformative ― but it’s a big if.
Meet the TikTok doc who wants to flip Hungary’s view of the EU
“Brussels is not the devil,” according to new MEP András Kulja.
Hungary quietly takes €1B loan from Chinese banks
With public debt at a record high, Budapest is increasingly looking to Beijing for cash.
France needs to cut over €100B so it doesn’t end up like Italy
Economists say country still in “control of its own destiny” but government must act fast.
Washington’s most powerful interests don’t know whether to cheer Harris — or dread her
Would she bring continuity with Joe Biden’s policies? A more centrist vibe? A sharper progressive bite? Industries including tech, energy and pharma want to know.
The green leftie lawmaker taking on Europe’s economy
Aurore Lalucq hasn’t always been a fan of financial services firms.
Ukraine strikes deal to delay debt repayments
The deal gives Kyiv vital breathing space, and is set to be flanked by fresh tax increases and money generated by frozen Russian assets.
Eurozone debt keeps climbing
Amid political chaos, France’s debt has increased.
How Kamala Harris’ platform could differ from Biden’s
President Joe Biden’s decision to abandon his reelection bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris means that Harris could soon become the standard-bearer for the Democratic Party’s biggest priorities …
What Kamala Harris’ record in California tells us about her political future
Key parts of Harris’ in-state record pulled from political and policy reporters.
To do: 6 thorny issues lurking in MEPs’ inboxes
From creating an EU-wide money market to protecting kids online, POLITICO looks at what lies ahead for lawmakers.
Will Meloni’s rage torpedo von der Leyen’s 2nd term?
It won’t be easy for Italy’s PM to back von der Leyen to remain European Commission president in Thursday’s crucial vote.
French deficit warning taints Bruno Le Maire’s ministerial legacy
The outgoing French finance minister is being blamed for allowing France’s fiscal position to spiral out of control.