Economy China's factory activity flatlines casting doubt over the economy China's manufacturing sector barely held its ground in May, with official data showing activity slipping to its weakest reading in three months as the fallout from the Iran war and entrenched domestic weakness raise fresh doubts about Beijing's growth ambitions. 01/06/2026
EU.XL How can Europe secure critical industries? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Europe wants to de-risk from China to reduce its vulnerability in areas key to economic security and green transition. But how has the EU boosted its strategic autonomy so far? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. 01/06/2026
Business European companies are reindustrialising — just with less money Planned investment for the next three years is falling even as AI cements its role as a crucial economic driver. 20/05/2026
Business Line From raw materials to value-added exports: A structural trade transformation In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Uzbekistan is broadening its export base through market diversification, industrial growth, and trade reforms, targeting higher value-added products and new international markets. 19/05/2026
Europe Today 'A perfect storm,' foresees MEP if EU-US trade deal not completed European People Party MEP Željana Zovko warned that US “ideological fights” and EU “complex process procedures” could inhibit an EU-US deal from being reached at tonight’s high stakes talks in Strasbourg. Zovko also admitted she is “not so confident this morning”. 19/05/2026
Partner content Inside Europe’s Supply Chains: Why Companies Source From The UK Partner content presented by DBT European manufacturers increasingly build their supply chains across borders, drawing on suppliers, skills and production in multiple countries. For companies like Bosch, the UK plays a specific role within that network, contributing a unique set of skills and expertise. 27/04/2026
Europe News European Economic Congress opens with focus on self-sufficiency In the midst of growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty for the continent, the latest iteration of the European Economic Congress began in Katowice on Wednesday with a focus on economic survival. 23/04/2026
Economy German business expectations fall to their lowest levels since 2022 German business confidence dropped sharply in April, reaching its lowest point since the 2022 energy crisis. 21/04/2026
Partner content How UK–Europe Trade Is Driving the Next Generation of Manufacturing Partner content presented by DBT From electric vehicle batteries to aircraft wings, many of the products shaping Europe’s future are not made in one country alone. They are built across borders – with parts, expertise and technology moving between states – including between mainland Europe and the UK - at every stage. 20/03/2026
No Comment China: Beijing AI and robotics expo highlights healthcare-focused smart robots Beijing’s International AI Application and Robotics Innovation Exhibition opened on 18 March at the China International Exhibition Center, bringing together companies, researchers and investors. 18/03/2026
Business Rheinmetall expects 45% growth and defence pivot yet shares still fall German arms maker Rheinmetall posted surging profits and forecast rapid growth for 2026 — but investors do not seem impressed, sending shares lower. 11/03/2026
Europe News EU executive plans energy price relief for struggling industries EU leaders are considering reviewing taxes, electricity network charges and carbon costs tied to energy prices as a quick fix for struggling industries as attacks on the Strait of Hormuz send markets reeling. 09/03/2026
Europe News British charm offensive on 'Made in Europe' as UK seeks closer EU ties UK Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle is meeting European Commission officials on Wednesday and Thursday to push for closer EU-UK ties – and argue that any European Preference scheme should include London. 25/02/2026
Europe News Europe’s climate policy turning into lobbyists’ playground – report New research reveals that the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal has been transformed into a corporate-driven policy project dominated by heavy industry lobbying, resulting in a shift away from real decarbonisation toward deregulation and weakened climate rules. 25/02/2026
Europe News EU's 'Made in Europe' proposal suffers another delay The French-led European Commission’s push to embed a so-called European preference in public procurement is attracting heavy lobbying from opposed EU capitals and foreign partners, like the United States and the United Kingdom. 23/02/2026
Europe News Industry bosses call for 'urgent and bold' action to cut energy prices The plea comes ahead of an informal summit in Alden Biesen on Thursday, when leaders will discuss the bloc's competitiveness and ways to revitalise the economy, particularly for energy-intensive sectors. 11/02/2026