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German Banks Face Record Surge in Non-Performing Loans
German banks experienced a 24.9% surge in non-performing loans in 2024, exceeding the European average of 1.1%, primarily due to increased business insolvencies (21,812 in 2023) and losses in commercial real estate, driven by factors such as post-pandemic economic adjustments, high energy costs, and...
German Banks Face Record Surge in Non-Performing Loans
German banks experienced a 24.9% surge in non-performing loans in 2024, exceeding the European average of 1.1%, primarily due to increased business insolvencies (21,812 in 2023) and losses in commercial real estate, driven by factors such as post-pandemic economic adjustments, high energy costs, and...
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48% Bias Score
No-Confidence Vote Against European Commission
The European Parliament is debating a no-confidence motion against the European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen, with a vote scheduled for Thursday; a two-thirds majority is needed for the motion to pass.
No-Confidence Vote Against European Commission
The European Parliament is debating a no-confidence motion against the European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen, with a vote scheduled for Thursday; a two-thirds majority is needed for the motion to pass.
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24% Bias Score
No-Confidence Vote Against Von der Leyen Highlights EU Concerns
A no-confidence motion against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is being debated in the European Parliament due to the "Pfizergate" scandal involving undisclosed text messages concerning vaccine procurement and broader concerns about her leadership style and perceived shift towards...
No-Confidence Vote Against Von der Leyen Highlights EU Concerns
A no-confidence motion against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is being debated in the European Parliament due to the "Pfizergate" scandal involving undisclosed text messages concerning vaccine procurement and broader concerns about her leadership style and perceived shift towards...
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44% Bias Score
German Car Prices Surge 40%, Sales Drop 22% Amidst EU's Electric Vehicle Push
From 2019-2024, Germany's average car price rose 40% to €41,781, while sales fell 22% due to the EU's electric vehicle push and inflation, despite a 24% salary increase, impacting affordability and profitability of automakers, except for brands maintaining price-quality balance.
German Car Prices Surge 40%, Sales Drop 22% Amidst EU's Electric Vehicle Push
From 2019-2024, Germany's average car price rose 40% to €41,781, while sales fell 22% due to the EU's electric vehicle push and inflation, despite a 24% salary increase, impacting affordability and profitability of automakers, except for brands maintaining price-quality balance.
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36% Bias Score
Polish Activists Protest Migrant Reception at German-Polish Border
Two Polish activists collected signatures near the German-Polish border on July 4th for a referendum against mandatory illegal migrant reception, highlighting post-election nationalist sentiment and tensions over German migrant returns.
Polish Activists Protest Migrant Reception at German-Polish Border
Two Polish activists collected signatures near the German-Polish border on July 4th for a referendum against mandatory illegal migrant reception, highlighting post-election nationalist sentiment and tensions over German migrant returns.
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64% Bias Score
EU Blue Card Issuance Soars, But Effectiveness Questioned
In 2023, 89,000 non-EU professionals received EU Blue Cards, with Germany issuing 69,353 (78%), highlighting its use to address labor shortages; however, experts question its overall effectiveness due to competing national permit systems.
EU Blue Card Issuance Soars, But Effectiveness Questioned
In 2023, 89,000 non-EU professionals received EU Blue Cards, with Germany issuing 69,353 (78%), highlighting its use to address labor shortages; however, experts question its overall effectiveness due to competing national permit systems.
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32% Bias Score
Eurozone Retail Sales Plunge on US Tariff Fears
Eurozone retail sales fell 0.7% in May, the steepest drop in nearly two years, due to uncertainty over US trade tariffs; all major sectors contracted, with automotive fuel sales down 1.3%; economists' forecasts aligned with the decline.
Eurozone Retail Sales Plunge on US Tariff Fears
Eurozone retail sales fell 0.7% in May, the steepest drop in nearly two years, due to uncertainty over US trade tariffs; all major sectors contracted, with automotive fuel sales down 1.3%; economists' forecasts aligned with the decline.
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48% Bias Score
European Auto Industry Navigates EV Transition Amidst Chinese Competition
Facing the EU's 2035 ban on new gasoline and diesel vehicles, the European automotive industry is adapting to increased competition from Chinese EV brands and evolving emission regulations, prompting strategic shifts in production and market focus.
European Auto Industry Navigates EV Transition Amidst Chinese Competition
Facing the EU's 2035 ban on new gasoline and diesel vehicles, the European automotive industry is adapting to increased competition from Chinese EV brands and evolving emission regulations, prompting strategic shifts in production and market focus.
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48% Bias Score
EU's Plastic Pallet Reuse Targets: Environmental and Economic Risks Revealed
Independent studies commissioned by the European Plastics Converters (EuPC) reveal that mandatory reuse targets for plastic pallet packaging under the EU's PPWR would increase CO2 emissions by 35-1700% and add €4.9 billion in annual costs to eight key industrial sectors, undermining the circular eco...
EU's Plastic Pallet Reuse Targets: Environmental and Economic Risks Revealed
Independent studies commissioned by the European Plastics Converters (EuPC) reveal that mandatory reuse targets for plastic pallet packaging under the EU's PPWR would increase CO2 emissions by 35-1700% and add €4.9 billion in annual costs to eight key industrial sectors, undermining the circular eco...
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56% Bias Score
Italy's Logistics Crisis: Infrastructure and Digitalization Gaps Hamper Growth
Italy's logistics sector faces challenges due to poor rail-port connectivity and limited digitalization, resulting in only 35% of Asian goods reaching Italian ports and 80% of European freight bypassing the country; urgent infrastructure upgrades and supply chain digitalization are crucial for compe...
Italy's Logistics Crisis: Infrastructure and Digitalization Gaps Hamper Growth
Italy's logistics sector faces challenges due to poor rail-port connectivity and limited digitalization, resulting in only 35% of Asian goods reaching Italian ports and 80% of European freight bypassing the country; urgent infrastructure upgrades and supply chain digitalization are crucial for compe...
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40% Bias Score
Donohoe Wins Third Term as Eurogroup President Unopposed
Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe won a third term as Eurogroup president unopposed after Spanish and Lithuanian candidates withdrew their bids due to lack of support, prioritizing Eurogroup unity over further competition.
Donohoe Wins Third Term as Eurogroup President Unopposed
Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe won a third term as Eurogroup president unopposed after Spanish and Lithuanian candidates withdrew their bids due to lack of support, prioritizing Eurogroup unity over further competition.
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40% Bias Score
Spanish Minister Challenges for Eurogroup Presidency Amidst Steep Odds
Spain's Economy Minister, Carlos Cuerpo, is challenging the incumbent, Pascal Donohoe, for the Eurogroup presidency, despite facing significant political and structural obstacles, including Spain's size and the current government's fragility; a third candidate from Lithuania is also competing.
Spanish Minister Challenges for Eurogroup Presidency Amidst Steep Odds
Spain's Economy Minister, Carlos Cuerpo, is challenging the incumbent, Pascal Donohoe, for the Eurogroup presidency, despite facing significant political and structural obstacles, including Spain's size and the current government's fragility; a third candidate from Lithuania is also competing.
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40% Bias Score
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