Economy and business

French Economy Stalls in Q3 as Finance Minister Warns of Fiscal Risks

France's GDP contracted by 0.1% in the third quarter, marking three consecutive periods without growth. Finance Minister Roland Lescure warned that without a budgetary correction to reduce the deficit below 5%, the…
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Economy and business

Tribute to Fátima Báñez: A Legacy of Dialogue and Employment Reform

Former Spanish Minister of Employment Fátima Báñez is remembered for her pragmatic leadership, her commitment to reaching agreements across political divides, and her pivotal role in recovering the country's labor…
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Economy and business

Christine Lagarde: The 'Owl' Who Steered Global Finance for Two Decades Without a Predestined Path

As Christine Lagarde prepares to leave the European Central Bank after a turbulent tenure, she reflects on her unique leadership style symbolized by an owl brooch, her unconventional rise in finance, and her desire to…
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Economy and business

Public Sector Drives Over a Third of New Jobs in Spain Following 2025 Decline

Spain added 567,600 wage earners in the last year, with public employment accounting for 36% of these new positions. This surge marks a historic high and appears to compensate for a net loss of public jobs recorded in…
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