Now playing Next Economy Hard times for Latvia as eurozone nations share mixed economic updates Ireland and Belgium's economies continued to grow from April to June - although Latvia's was not so lucky. 29/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy Hungary cuts key interest rates and vows careful and patient approach Hungary's interest rate cut comes after the European Central Bank (ECB) chose to leave interest rates unchanged last week at its July meeting. 23/07/2024
Now playing Next Lifestyle You’ve got to be kitten me! Hello Kitty not a cat, creators reveal The famous character celebrates her 50th anniversary this year, after appearing on a children’s coin purse in Japan after her creation in 1974. And now, Hello Kitty's creators have made some revelations, saying she’s not a cat, and actually has a cat of her own. And a boyfriend, to boot! 22/07/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Artists need indie record labels more than ever, report claims Newly formed music label think tank ORCA wants to educate the world on how important the music industry is. 22/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy ECB’s Lagarde keeps September rate cut contingent on data The ECB left rates unchanged in July, maintaining a data-dependent approach, with September's rate cut still undecided. Lagarde noted high domestic price pressures still weighing on inflation and potential tariffs risks weighing on exports. 18/07/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Emmys 2024: ‘Shōgun’ and ‘The Bear’ lead nominations The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards honour the best in American television, covering the time from 1 June 2023 to 31 May 2024. This year, FX’s 'Shōgun' dominates, while 'The Bear', 'Only Murders In The Building' and 'True Detective: Night Country' shine bright. 18/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy ECB meeting preview: No surprise cut in July, all eyes on September Following June’s rate cut, the ECB is expected to maintain rates steady at its July meeting, awaiting September economic projections. Divisions widen between hawk and dove members, while analysts anticipate two more cuts by year-end. 17/07/2024
Now playing Next Markets Ahead In the markets this week: ECB rate decision takes centre stage This week, the European Central Bank (ECB) will decide on the interest rate, a decision critical for the European stock market and the Euro’s trend. 15/07/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Rumours confirmed: Stevie Nicks’ Barbie doll has been re-released The doll, originally released in October last year as part of the Barbie Music Series, was re-released this week. But bad news for fans: it’s already sold out. 10/07/2024
Now playing Next United Kingdom Four people to know in UK PM Keir Starmer's new cabinet New UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed his cabinet. Who's in it? 09/07/2024
Now playing Next Tech News How NVIDIA is giving 4,500 European AI startups a headstart NVIDIA’s Inception programme supports 4,500 European startups working on artificial intelligence (AI). 06/07/2024
Now playing Next Markets Decoding the digital euro: A potential new means of payment The European Central Bank (ECB) is working on the preparatory phase of the digital euro to make it as close to cash as possible in terms of privacy, safety, and accessibility — yet stakeholders remain concerned about its design and necessity. 05/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy ECB’s Lagarde foresees a bumpy road to 2% inflation amid uncertainties ECB President Christine Lagarde highlighted the complex journey towards the 2% inflation target at the ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra. 03/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone inflation slows to 2.5% in June, boosting ECB rate cut hopes Eurozone inflation eased to 2.5% in June, in line with expectations. Belgium's inflation hit a 10-month high, while Germany saw a decline. 02/07/2024
Now playing Next Markets Ahead in markets: The focus remains on EU inflation and US jobs data The week will be focused on key economic data and political events including the euro area’s inflation readings, jobs data from the US, and the UK’s general election. 01/07/2024
Now playing Next Denmark Denmark makes new pact to counter tech giants and protect children The government in Copenhagen and several children's organisations are joining forces in a new alliance against social media platforms. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Tech News Central banks should exploit AI ‘gold rush’, report says The Bank for International Settlements is bullish over applications for machine learning – despite many limitations. 25/06/2024