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Mixed Fortunes in European Markets as UK Banks Rally on Budget
European markets fell 1.2% as tech stocks plummeted, yet UK banks rose following the Labour government’s budget which avoided new taxes on the sector. The budget included £40 billion in new tax increases aimed at balancing public finances. Germany’s inflation surged to 2.4%, and while the euro zone economy grew at 0.4%, concerns lingered over…
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Navigating Turbulent Waters: Germany’s Economic Crisis
Germany’s economy narrowly avoided recession with a 0.2% GDP growth in Q3, but faces a bleak outlook with the IMF forecasting zero growth for 2023. Volkswagen’s 21% profit drop signifies deeper issues in the auto industry, reflecting larger economic challenges including high labor costs and competition from China. Employment declines across sectors further underscore the…