Category: Europe

A United Europe Weathers Crises, but Deeper Challenges Remain

The New York Times – Business:
Differences on NATO and E.U. enlargement, energy and climate, and relationships with the United States, China, Russia and Ukraine will prime Davos talks.
The War in Ukraine Upended Energy Markets. What Does That Mean for the Climate?

The New York Times – Business:
Almost a year after Russia launched its invasion, assessing the impact on the oil industry and greenhouse gas goals is not so simple.
As Humanitarian Crises Escalate, So Do Demands to End Them

The New York Times – Business:
David Miliband, head of the International Rescue Committee, says the global refugee crisis “is manageable, not insoluble.”
French Food Giant Danone Sued Over Plastic Use Under Landmark Law

The New York Times – Business:
Environmental groups are relying on a law in France requiring large companies to address their environmental footprint.
Eurozone Inflation Eases on Lower Energy Prices

The New York Times – Business:
The rate of price increases in countries using the euro slowed to 9.2 percent in December, down from 10.1 percent a month earlier.
Meta Fined $414 Million After Ad Practices Ruled Illegal Under EU Law

The New York Times – Business:
The decision is one of the most consequential issued under the E.U.’s landmark data-protection law and creates a new business headwind for the social media giant.
Meta Fined $414 Million After Ad Practices Ruled Illegal Under EU Law

The New York Times – Business:
The decision is one of the most consequential issued under the E.U.’s landmark data-protection law and creates a new business headwind for the social media giant.
Natural Gas Prices in Europe Fall to Pre-Invasion Levels

The New York Times – Business:
Warm weather, alternatives to Russian gas and a buildup of storage all help. But prices remain high for consumers and industry.
Amazon and E.U. Reach Deal to End Antitrust Investigation

The New York Times – Business:
The online retail giant avoided a major fine but agreed to changes that have long been sought by merchants who depend on Amazon to reach customers.
Our Top Travel Stories, Tips and Photos From 2022

The New York Times – Travel:
Long-postponed trips sometimes fizzled into staycations as Covid lurked and costs rose. But when we were finally able to travel, we were dazzled anew.
Amazon Agrees to Change Some Business Practices in EU Settlement

The New York Times – Business:
The e-commerce giant avoided a fine, but will make a variety of changes regulators believe will help independent merchants who had raised alarms about Amazon’s tactics.
German Tax Schemer Hanno Berger Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison

The New York Times – Business:
Hanno Berger, a former lawyer and tax adviser, was at the center of a scandal that cost Germany nearly $300 million.