AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChina Trade: EU Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič opened talks in Beijing to tackle the bloc’s €360 billion trade deficit, with Brussels seeking better market access and limits on Chinese hybrid-car exports as it weighs tougher trade measures. Markets and Budgets: European shares sank to four-month lows as bond yields climbed and French borrowing costs neared 5%; eurozone officials urged Paris to pass its 2027 budget to steady markets. Growth and Industry: Germany lifted its 2026 growth forecast to 1.3% from 0.5%, citing stronger trade and AI-related investment, though high energy costs and weak exports remain concerns. Energy Costs: Bulgarian industry groups warn the new emissions trading system could add €0.20–€1.40 per litre to fuel prices and are seeking a two-year delay; officials are also calling for deeper EU energy links and more diverse supplies. Investment: Poland launched a €114 million fund for space-technology firms, aiming to back 15–20 companies and help them expand internationally.
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