12 Nov
New record: DAX index surpasses 27,000 points for the first time
The Frankfurt Stock Exchange reached an all-time high following positive corporate earnings and declining oil prices.
Europe news
11 Nov
European Gas Prices Rise Above $1,000 per 1,000 Cubic Meters
Natural gas prices on the TTF exchange rose following an acceleration in storage withdrawals across the continent.
11 Nov
General strike in Spain over housing crisis
Protests and a nationwide strike are disrupting Spain as workers demand action against rising rental and housing costs.
10 Nov
Thessaloniki: Suspects in tax fraud case released
An actor and another suspect have been released following their testimony regarding their alleged involvement in a massive tax fraud network in Thessaloniki.
10 Nov
Fluctuating fuel prices in Hungary
Conflicting reports in Hungary regarding fuel prices, with some sources reporting a decrease while others highlight a significant rise.
10 Nov
Greece: 16 suspects to appear in tax fraud case
Sixteen suspects in the operation of a network of 250 shell companies are expected to appear before an investigator today in Greece.
9 Nov
Ukraine: Drone attacks oil refinery in Leningrad region
A drone attack attributed to Ukraine sparked a fire at the Kirishi oil refinery in Russia, resulting in the death of one woman.
5 Nov
Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%
For the first time in three years, the Bank of England has raised interest rates in an effort to curb accelerating inflation.
5 Nov
France: Mass protests against high cost of living
Hundreds of thousands of protesters took to the streets across France to demand improvements in living standards, as nationwide strikes hit both public and private sectors.
5 Nov
UK Central Bank delivers first rate hike in three years
The Bank of England raised interest rates by 0.25% in a move aimed at curbing rising inflation.
5 Nov
First time in three years: UK Central Bank raises interest rates
Against the backdrop of rising inflation driven by the war in the Middle East, the interest rate in the UK has risen by 0.25%.
4 Nov
Sweden: Central bank raises interest rate to 2%
Sweden's interest rate has risen to 2% with expectations in the market for further monetary tightening.
1 Nov
Germany: Looting and Injured Police Officers as Cost of Living Protests Turn Violent
Youth-led cost of living demonstrations across Germany escalated into violent unrest, with shops looted and police officers injured.
1 Nov
Greece: Pensioners Set to Receive Allowances and Benefit Increases
Greece is set to distribute a 400-euro allowance and raise pensions, according to reports in local media.
1 Nov
Massive Drone Strike Hits Russian Oil Refinery in Kstovo
A major Russian oil refinery in the city of Kstovo was targeted in a massive drone strike overnight, international and Ukrainian media reported.
31 Oct
Russia: Fire Breaks Out at Ufa Oil Refinery Following Ukrainian Drone Strike
A Ukrainian drone strike sparked a fire at the Bashneft-Novoyl oil refinery in the Russian city of Ufa.
31 Oct
Hungary: Investigation Links Billions in Foundations to Former Minister's Family
Assets worth 4.1 billion forints were placed under the control of former Hungarian minister Miklós Seszták's daughter via Cyprus and Canada.
29 Oct
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde to Step Down Early
Lagarde will leave her post in February ahead of schedule, reportedly allowing Macron to weigh in on her successor.
29 Oct
Kremlin Aide: US and Russia Discussing Sanctions Relief for Sovereign Wealth Fund
A Kremlin aide stated that Moscow and Washington are holding talks on easing sanctions imposed on Russia's state investment fund.
29 Oct
South Korea's KHNP Halts Czech Nuclear Construction Talks with Daewoo–Doosan
South Korea's KHNP has ended construction contract negotiations with the Daewoo–Doosan consortium for the Czech Dukovany nuclear project, prompting calls for renegotiation.
27 Oct
European Shares Deepen Declines as London's FTSE Drops 1%
European stock indices are trading lower, led by a 1% drop in the FTSE and ahead of earnings from Big Tech companies.
27 Oct
European Markets Slide as HSBC Revenue Miss Weighs on Banking Sector
European stock indices dropped following weaker-than-expected third-quarter revenue from banking giant HSBC and ongoing unrest in France.
23 Oct
Germany's Composite PMI Falls to Two-Month Low in October
German business activity growth softened in October as the composite index fell to 52.8 points.
21 Oct
Hungary Detains Former Central Bank Governor György Matolcsy Over Graft
Hungarian authorities have detained former central bank governor György Matolcsy over suspected corruption, with prosecutors moving for his arrest.
21 Oct
UK Approves Offshore Gas Project in Scotland Amid Environmental Concerns
The British government has granted regulatory approval for the Jackdaw gas project in the North Sea despite environmental objections.
21 Oct
UK Inflation Rises to 3.5% in September, Reaching 11-Month High
Britain's annual inflation rate climbed to 3.5% in September driven by rising energy costs, marking its highest level in 11 months.
19 Oct
Hungary: Péter Magyar Presents New Government's First Budget
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar outlined his government's first state budget in parliament, combining tax hikes with higher allowances and wages.
19 Oct
UK Watchdog Calls for Disclaimers on AI Financial Advice
Britain's Financial Conduct Authority warned that the boundary between regulated and unregulated AI financial advice is blurring, calling for disclaimers.
19 Oct
Ifo Report: German Industry Lost Nearly 500,000 Jobs Since 2019
Nearly half a million jobs have been shed in German manufacturing since 2019 amid mounting competitive pressures, according to the Ifo economic institute.
18 Oct
Romania: Over 22,000 Iași Apartments Left Without Heat After Power Plant Fire
An explosion and fire at a power plant transformer in Iași cut off heating and hot water to over 22,000 apartments.
18 Oct
Strikes in Saint Petersburg: Oil Facilities, Warehouses and Substation Hit
Strikes in Saint Petersburg hit oil facilities, data centers, and e-commerce warehouses, causing power outages across parts of the city.
17 Oct
Zelensky Requests Neighboring Countries to Permit Ukrainian Grain Transit
The Ukrainian president urged Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Hungary to allow grain shipments across their borders amid a Black Sea blockade, according to Hungary's prime minister.
17 Oct
Building Set on Fire in Lyon as French Cost-of-Living Protests Expand Nationwide
The cost-of-living demonstrations in France are widening into a nationwide campaign against inequality and public spending, with hundreds of rallies planned.
17 Oct
Putin Aide Calls Trump's Russia Sanctions Waiver 'Historic'
Moscow has welcomed the US president's decision to suspend new sanctions, as tensions with Ukraine continue to deepen.
16 Oct
Criminal Complaint Filed in Hungary Over $1.3B Tourism Subsidy Scheme
A criminal complaint alleging breach of trust was filed over Hungary's Kisfaludy tourism development program following an audit of 23,000 contracts.
16 Oct
Bank of England's Bailey: Second-Round Inflation Pressures Remain Subdued
Governor Andrew Bailey noted that secondary price pressures remain muted so far, as the pound held gains against the yen.
15 Oct
Report: World Economic Forum Could Appoint Lagarde as Early as November
The World Economic Forum may appoint European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde to a role within the organization as early as next month, sources told Reuters.
14 Oct
Hungary Energy State Secretary Resigns Amid Sector Leadership Reshuffle
Hungary's State Secretary for Energy András Tótth has stepped down from his post amid new leadership appointments across key national energy bodies.
14 Oct
Greece Opens Applications for €10,000 Relocation Grant
The Greek government is expanding its relocation subsidy scheme to 10 new regional units, offering households €10,000 to move permanently without requiring proof of local employment.
13 Oct
Greece to Increase Household Heating Subsidies by 30%
Greece's finance minister announced relief measures for fuel and heating expenses amid the global energy crisis.