Europe

Why Central Banks Are Taking on Climate Change

Thirty-four central banks signed on to a statement warning that climate change is a significant financial risk to the global economy. Experts explain why they are taking a stand.

How Modern Monarchies Are Evolving

With the arrival of a new royal baby in the U.K., it’s a good time to look at the changing state of the modern monarchy, says Wharton’s Mauro Guillen.

Gig Economy Protections: Did the EU Get It Right?

Protections for non-permanent workers laid out by the European Parliament are a move in the right direction -- but countries outside the EU will observe carefully before adopting them.

Is the World Economy Headed for a Fall?

It’s not just the latest IMF forecast causing concern. Many straws in the wind point to tougher times ahead, experts say.

Is the EU’s New Copyright Directive Too Complex to Work?

The EU wants to help content creators and publishers gain more money and rights, but its new directive could hurt platforms and the overall online ecosystem.

Why the U.K. Auto Industry Is Stalling Over Brexit Risks

A no-deal Brexit could force more layoffs, plant closures and relocations among U.K. automakers, say experts.

WOW Bows Out: Lessons from the Downfall of a Budget Airline

A faulty business model, rising oil prices and competitive pressure all contributed to the demise of Iceland’s WOW Air, according to experts.

Does Capitalism Need a Big Fix?

Capitalism has lost its way, argues economist Paul Collier in his new book, The Future of Capitalism. A review by Peter Vanham from the World Economic Forum looks at possible[…]

Exhausted by Scandal: ‘Dieselgate’ Continues to Haunt Volkswagen

The SEC is after the German automaker’s CEO for allegedly defrauding bondholders by not coming clean on its emissions “defeat device.”

Europe’s Crucial Year: Will It Rise to the Challenge?

The Eurozone faces a host of potentially destabilizing developments this year. But the region also has harbors some strong assets, which it is attempting to build up further as a[…]

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