Swiss Senate Approves Mercosur Trade Agreement
Switzerland’s Senate has approved the Mercosur trade agreement while backing CHF517 million in agricultural funding as the deal returns to the House of Representatives.
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Portugal’s Major Sophia Solar Project Cut by 34% After Environmental Concerns
The proposed Sophia solar plant in Beira Baixa has been significantly redesigned following environmental concerns, reducing its capacity, land footprint and impact on sensitive areas.
Viktor Orban Revives Sovereignty and Anti-Brussels Rhetoric in Political Comeback
Former Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban returns to the political spotlight, promising a combative opposition campaign focused on national sovereignty and criticism of Brussels.
Bulgaria Posts One of EU's Strongest Retail Growth Rates
Bulgaria’s retail trade rose 5.6% year over year in July, significantly outperforming the EU and euro area averages despite a modest monthly decline.
Slovenia’s Annual Inflation Accelerates to 3% in August
Slovenia’s consumer price index rose 3.0% year-on-year in August, up from 2.9% in July, according to the country’s statistical office.
Swedish Liberals Propose Lower Taxes to Make Climate-Friendly Living More Affordable
Sweden’s Liberal Party has proposed a series of tax changes aimed at making environmentally friendly choices more affordable, including lower taxes on electric vehicle charging and higher mileage reimbursement for private electric cars used on business trips.
Croatian Small Businesses Seek Changes to Proposed Tax Rules for 16,000 Entrepreneurs
The Croatian Chamber of Trades and Crafts (HOK) has proposed changes to planned tax rules for flat-rate entrepreneurs, calling for a more moderate increase in the tax burden for businesses earning between €40,000 and €60,000 annually.
Latvia’s Retail Sector Records Strong Growth in July 2026
Latvia’s retail trade continued to expand in July, with total retail turnover increasing by 7.0% year on year at constant prices, according to calendar-adjusted data from the Central Statistical Bureau (CSB).
Germany's Merz seeks to project confidence with growth target
Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday vowed to revive the German economy and deliver growth of at least 1% next year thanks to business-friendly reforms and a planned increase in government spending.
UK Household Energy Bills to Hit Three-Year High as Ofgem Announces 4% Rise from October
Millions of UK households face higher energy costs from October as Ofgem raises the price cap, while rising wholesale gas prices and energy debt add to cost-of-living pressures.
