Auto industry warns of ‘seismic’ no-deal Brexit shock
The European auto industry has warned of catastrophic effects of a no-deal Brexit saying it would have a "seismic" impact on car-making
Thomas Cook shockwave hits European tourists
As iconic British tour operator Thomas Cook declares bankruptcy, some 600,000 tourists from around Europe have had their holidays disrupted
EU urges member states to cut barriers to cross-border trade
The European Commission calls on member states to renew their political commitment to the single market.
EU launches Asia strategy to rival China’s ‘new Silk Road’
As doubts grow over China's 'Belt and Road' trade infrastructure project, the EU is launching an alternative plan for Asia it says will not saddle countries with debt they cannot repay.
US-China trade war is hurting EU companies
European business leader says US tariffs against China are "economic madness."
EU ‘not at war with anyone’ on trade: Mogherini
EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says the bloc was not in a trade war with anyone but would defend its interests, hours after the US slapped punishing metals tariffs on Europe and other close allies.
Economic partnerships worldwide
CEFTA, APEC, NAFTA, SACU – economic communities exist all over the world. Our graphic provides an overview over the most important partnerships.
UK plc readies plans for post-Brexit world
Britain's top businesses are cranking their Brexit plans into gear, shifting operations abroad to ensure a smooth transition when the nation quits the European Union in one year's time.
British MPs warn of ‘catastrophic’ customs failure after Brexit
Does Britain have a post-Brexit contingency plan for its custom system?
Catalan companies face boycott over independence push
Calls for a boycott of Catalan food, cars and other goods, to punish the region for its separatist push, are worrying businesses who fear the economy will suffer.