Economy Two-thirds of Europeans back taxing the rich, even more for big firms Euronews Business takes a closer look at what Europeans think about a minimum wealth tax on the richest individuals, and a minimum tax on large multinationals in the countries where they operate. 24/02/2026
Economy Europe’s wealth divide: Where are adults richest and poorest? Average and median wealth per adult varies widely across Europe. See how your country ranks. 23/02/2026
Earth News ‘Pure hypocrisy’: WEF slammed for soaring use of private jets to Davos The World Economic Forum (WEF) has gotten off to a bumpy start as participants are criticised for their soaring use of private jets. 19/01/2026
Earth News Top 1% have blown their 2026 carbon budget. Do we need a wealth tax? Governments are being pressured to ban carbon-intensive luxury items and tax fossil fuel profits to meet climate targets. 10/01/2026
Economy When the rich flaunt their wealth inequality feels worse, study shows According to new research, people underestimate inequality when they live in segregated social worlds. But when wealth is openly displayed, dissatisfaction rises fast. 23/12/2025
Economy Switzerland weighs up billionaire tax to help fight climate crisis Switzerland, known as a haven for the super rich, will soon vote on whether to introduce a steep inheritance tax. 26/11/2025
Economy Top economists call on world leaders to set up inequality panel As the G20 prepares to discuss global inequality, prominent economists are calling for a dedicated international panel, arguing that unchecked wealth gaps are undermining stability and trust. 14/11/2025
Business Musk could become world's first trillionaire in new Tesla pay package Elon Musk could become the world's first trillionaire after Tesla shareholders approved a $1 trillion stock compensation plan, despite opposition and declining sales. 07/11/2025
Economy Climbing the ladder: Wealth mobility is eluding Britain's middle class Britain’s total household wealth has risen dramatically, but it would still take an average worker 52 years of saving their full pay to catch up with the top 10%. 09/10/2025
Sport Ronaldo sets another record by becoming first billionaire footballer After renewing his contract with the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, the Portuguese player had his fortune valued at 1.2 billion euros. 08/10/2025
Economy Which European countries have the most billionaires? Europe is home to over one-fifth of the world’s billionaires. Germany leads the continent and ranks fourth globally in billionaire numbers. 08/10/2025
Climate Inequality fuels climate crisis: EU countries among those responsible Climate goals will remain “out of reach” unless lifestyle-related carbon footprints are considerably slashed, a new report warns. 07/10/2025
Business Elon Musk's fortune briefly jumped to a record $500 billion The CEO of Tesla saw his fortune rise as the EV maker's shares jumped on the stock market, adding billions to Musk's fortune. 02/10/2025
Economy Wealth taxes in Europe: Who collects them and how much do they raise? Several European countries have repealed wealth taxes in recent decades. As of 2025, only three still impose a tax on individual net wealth, while a few others levy taxes only on selected assets. 29/09/2025
Europe News Zucman tax: Is taxing Europe's ultra rich really a good idea? The debate over the so-called Zucman tax on fortunes of more than €100 million is causing a stir in France, part of a wider debate in Europe on how much the ultra wealthy should be taxed. 26/09/2025
Economy French billionaire Bernard Arnault slams wealth tax as 'deadly' Politicians in France reacted to heated comments from the country’s richest man after Arnault called the Zucman tax a way to "destroy the French economy". 22/09/2025