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Volkswagen faces mounting pressure as it battles declining sales and profitability in China’s fiercely competitive electric vehicle (EV) sector. As the European sector also faces challenges with incoming tariffs, Volkswagen’s long-term plan will be crucial to its survival. DW company speaks with Beatrix Keim of the Center Automotive Research to find out more. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 … Read more

Global stock markets are experiencing significant volatility due to rising fears of a potential US recession. Neal Shearing, chief economist at Capital Economics, provides insights into the mixed signals from economic indicators and the complex challenges faced by central banks. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ … Read more

Kieran Maguire, an expert in football finances from the University of Liverpool and co-host of the Price of Football Podcast, tells of the economic upside from the European Championship. What does UEFA stand to win? If host Germany does well, will it mean a red card for slower expansion? And … who does Kieran think … Read more

Once upon a time, Germany was the embodiment of fiscal stability. Today, it is the worst performing major developed economy in the world. High energy prices due to Russia’s war in Ukraine and rising loan charge rates are among the reasons for the decline. But wider structural problems, such as a shortage of skilled labor, … Read more

Cryptocurrencies have had a bizarre year. After their rapid decline in 2022, the past twelve months have seen the virtual coins rally despite scandal after scandal. Two major crypto exchanges folded, there were arrests and allegations of corruption. We speak to CoinDesk’s Sam Kessler about the rise of Bitcoin and Co. and ask if it’s … Read more

The New Global Financing Pact summit began on Thursday and brought together more than 300 participants, including more than 40 heads of state, various international NGOs and private sector partners. “No country should have to choose between reducing poverty and protecting the planet,” French President Emmanuel Macron said in his opening remarks. Macron called for … Read more

The biggest names in luxury are doing great company. The firm behind Louis Vuitton, LVMH, is Europe’s most valuable corporation and its top executive the continent’s richest person. But how long can the post-pandemic luxury boom last? With the help of experts and sector insiders, we look at the markets for luxury goods, cars, jets … Read more

Have you ever wondered what your vote is worth? In Germany, parties can put a number on it: €0.87. It’s supposed to make political party financing fair – but is it working? So where do Germany’s political parties get their money? And why does the state even money management the neo-Nazi party NPD? Here’s a … Read more