German government cuts 2025 growth projection to 0.3%, Handelsblatt says

Germany's government has reduced its 2025 growth forecast to 0.3%, citing continuing economic difficulties, while 2026's prediction also sees a decline to over 1%.

Russia's railways grapple with Asia pivot, sanctions and labour shortages

Russian Railways experiences a 15-year low in cargo volumes in 2024, attributed to labor shortages, sanctions, and military logistics impacting transport capabilities.

Germany's private sector activity stabilizes in January

Germany's private sector activity stabilized in January, ending six months of contraction, driven by service sector growth, with PMI rising to 50.1, surpassing expectations.

German business activity stabilises in January, PMI shows

Germany's private sector stabilized in January 2024 after six months of contraction, led by services growth, while manufacturing output remains sluggish amid economic challenges.

French services sector sees further contraction in January

In January, France's services sector contracted due to weak demand; however, the broader private sector showed slight growth, with manufacturing outperforming forecasts.

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Futures lower, Boeing warns of loss, Trump's crypto order - what's moving markets

US stocks dip as traders assess Trump's interest rate comments; Boeing warns of larger losses; BOJ raises rates; oil prices decline amidst lower crude production calls.

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Taiwan Q4 GDP growth misses forecasts; Trump could cloud 2025 outlook

Taiwan's economy grew 4.3% in 2024, boosted by AI and demand from China, but Q4 growth fell short of expectations, raising concerns over future uncertainties.

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Take Five: Fed, ECB - and more from Trump

Financial distress on the rise for U.K. firms, says Begbies Traynor study

French services sector contracts further in January, PMI shows

In January, France's services sector shrank due to weak demand and political uncertainty, affecting business confidence and job cuts, with slight improvements in the manufacturing sector.