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Merz's Reform Plans Face Coalition Conflicts in Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's ambitious social and tax reforms, aimed at boosting the stagnant economy, risk triggering major coalition clashes with the SPD, as the country faces a €172 billion budget deficit.

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France-Italy Diplomatic Row over Tax Policies

French Prime Minister François Bayrou accused Italy of "fiscal dumping," prompting a strong rebuke from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who called the claims "unfounded" and defended Italy's economic stability.

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Merz Urges German Social System Reforms, Predicting Necessary Cuts

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is demanding urgent reforms to the social security system, anticipating necessary cuts, particularly to the Bürgergeld (citizen's benefit), to boost employment and growth, with planned legislative initiatives in the autumn.

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UK GDP Surges Despite High Inflation and Fiscal Deficit

The UK's Q2 2025 GDP surprisingly grew by 0.3%, exceeding forecasts, despite high inflation near 4% and a large public debt. Economists debate the causes, with some citing statistical adjustments and others highlighting increased US exports. The government faces pressure to invest while addressing i...

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China Unveils Multi-Pronged Plan to Boost Domestic Demand

China's State Council announced a multi-pronged approach to boost domestic demand, including optimizing a 300 billion yuan consumer goods trade-in program that has already spurred purchases of over 109 million home appliances and 74 million digital devices, alongside new loan interest subsidies for ...

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China Unveils Multi-Pronged Plan to Boost Domestic Demand

China's State Council announced a multi-pronged plan to boost domestic demand using fiscal, tax, and financial policies, following a successful trade-in program for consumer goods that spurred purchases of over 109 million home appliances, 74 million digital devices, and almost 9.06 million electric...

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Spain Approves Debt Relief for Regions

The Spanish government approved a bill to forgive €83.252 billion in regional debt, fulfilling a promise to Catalan separatists and prompting opposition from the PP.

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Spain's Fiscal Prudence Amidst European Debt Concerns

Spain's debt-to-GDP ratio hovers around one year, its deficit converges towards the 3% threshold, and its economic expansion continues, unlike France which faces political crisis due to budgetary impasse, or Finland, whose austerity measures led to a 7.4% drop in investment since 2023.

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Spain Approves Debt Relief for Autonomous Communities Amidst Transparency Concerns

The Spanish government will approve a debt reduction for several autonomous communities, including Catalonia, by year's end, sparking controversy due to a lack of transparency in government spending data which has been inaccessible to the public for almost two years.

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Canada's $150 Billion Defence Spending Plan: Economic Opportunities and Risks

Canada will increase its defense spending to 2 percent of GDP by next year and aims for 3.5 percent by 2035, a $150-billion annual investment driven by geopolitical threats and the potential for economic stimulus, although economists warn about potential risks.

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Australian Government Considers Corporate Tax Changes to Boost Investment

Australia's Treasurer Jim Chalmers indicated potential changes to corporate tax rates to encourage investment, contingent on affordability, following discussions at a recent economic summit exploring various tax reform proposals including a 5% cashflow tax on large businesses to fund lower taxes for...

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JU Chairman Calls for Pension Cuts and Civil Servant Reform in Germany

Johannes Winkel, chairman of the Junge Union (JU), called for cuts to pension spending, stricter early retirement eligibility, and limitations on civil servant pension increases to address Germany's demographic challenges and ensure the long-term sustainability of the social security system.

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