macroeconomics

In Europe 3rd August 2026

Employment rate amongst immigrants in EU stands at 68.2 per cent, new all-time high

According to a report by RFBerlin, this new record for immigrant employment in 2025 helped to narrow the employment gap with those born in the country. However, the European labour market continues to fail to realise a significant part of its potential. Reported by Consejeros Editorial Team More immigrants than ever are in work across the European Union. Last year, the proportion of immigrants in employment rose from 67.8% to…

In the World, Markets 30th July 2026

Fed remains concerned about inflation and keeps interest rates in 3.50%–3.75% range

Report by Renta 4 European markets opened without any major movements (Eurostoxx futures up 0.1 per cent, S&P up 0.2 per cent, Nasdaq up 0.5 per cent), as did Asian markets (Japan up 1 per cent, South Korea down 1 per cent), as markets digested both Kevin Warsh’s message (which the market ultimately interpreted negatively despite an initial positive reaction) and the mixed results from Microsoft and Meta. All this…

European economy 30th July 2026

Euronext considering setting up pan-European market for unlisted securities to compete with London Stock Exchange

Reported by the Consejeros Editorial Team Euronext is considering the possibility of creating a pan-European market for unlisted securities with the aim of competing with the London Stock Exchange Group in attracting small, private and fast-growing companies, according to a report published yesterday by Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter. This platform would enable companies to raise new funds and shareholders to sell their holdings, thereby differentiating itself from…

European economy, In Europe 30th July 2026

Experts surveyed by EY call for Europe to boost competitiveness against China and endorse Spain’s resilience in 2026

The latest ‘Quarterly Economic Pulse’ report from EY Insights advocates strengthening the single market and innovation in the face of escalating tariffs, forecasting GDP growth of up to 2.5 per cent for Spain. Reported by the Consejeros Editorial Team The European Union must focus its efforts on internal competitiveness, the integration of the single market and the reduction of regulatory burdens to successfully meet the economic challenge posed by China….

European economy, In Europe 28th July 2026

More than a dozen European countries experiencing decline in workforce

According to a report by PlayersTime, the European labour market is undergoing restructuring, laying the foundations for future growth. Whilst Germany is losing half a million people of working age, the UK is gaining 590,000. Analysis by Consejeros Editorial Team Whilst many European countries are struggling to maintain employee productivity amidst summer heatwaves and nationwide strikes, some nations appear to be quietly running out of labour. A recent report by…

Markets 27th July 2026

Market expects Fed to keep rates at 3.5%–3.75%, although Kevin Warsh’s comments causing confusion

Report by Renta 4 Higher opening (Eurostoxx futures up 0.8%, S&P up 0.9%, Nasdaq up 1.5%), reflecting the pause in US attacks on Iran since last Friday, which has allowed Brent to fall to $92 per barrel (down 10% from the high of $102 per barrel reached last Thursday), a fall in energy prices that is allowing yields to ease (T-bonds down 6 basis points and Bunds down 3 basis…

In the World, Markets 23rd July 2026

Neuberger: A story of real interest rates

The firm believes that, despite the impact of the rise in real interest rates on fixed-income markets in the coming quarter, the credit market may continue to show resilience as long as growth remains robust and inflation stays under control. Report by Neuberger Movements in interest rates this year have been driven primarily by the rise in real interest rates rather than by an increase in inflation expectations. Real interest…

In the World 20th July 2026

West keeps close eye on digital renminbi (which does pay interest)

Western countries are working on digital currencies that do not pay interest, so as not to compete with commercial banks. However, China and its mBridge project, through which it has launched the digital renminbi, do allow users to earn returns. Analysed by Consejeros Editorial Team Until now, the debate surrounding the digital renminbi and the mBridge Project (the platform developed by China in collaboration with the Bank for International Settlements…

In the World 17th July 2026

IEA warns: if Strait of Hormuz not fully reopened “within weeks, not months”, global economy will suffer as stocks run out

Report by Renta 4 European markets opened lower (Eurostoxx futures down 0.8%, S&P 500 down 0.8%, Nasdaq 100 down 1.6%), with profit-taking continuing, particularly amongst chip and memory manufacturers (yesterday Nasdaq down 1.6%), and this is also being felt in Asia (Japan down 5%; South Korea closed for a public holiday), despite strong results in recent days (TSMC, Samsung) and in a market that is questioning the sustainability of valuations,…

In the World 16th July 2026

36 per cent of countries still lack tools to monitor air quality

Reported by the Editorial Team According to an article published by the World Economic Forum, air pollution is the greatest global environmental risk, causing 6.7 million premature deaths and an economic cost of 8.1 trillion dollars annually (6 per cent of global GDP). Despite the severity of the problem, the authors point out that there is a significant information gap: in 2024, 36 per cent of countries lacked air quality…

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