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France’s Fragile Stability Masks Economic and Fiscal Strains
Despite political uncertainty, business sentiment in France was steady in September. However, deeper cracks are emerging
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Poland’s 2Q25 GDP Confirms Solid Growth Amid Services-Led Expansion
Economic growth in Poland remains robust (3.4% year-on-year in 2Q) and is more buoyant than in other countries in Central and Eastern Europe. Industry is facing the same headwinds as CEE peers, and construction is stagnant while services are solidly expanding. Consumption growth should allow for near-4% YoY growth in the second half and 3.5% GDP in 2025
Germany’s GDP Contracts in Q2 2025: Weak Investment and Trade Undermine Growth Despite Consumption Support
Germany’s GDP fell 0.3% q/q in Q2 2025 (0.2 pp below the flash); y/y: –0.2% unadjusted, +0.2% calendar-adjusted. Previous quarters: +0.3% (Q1 2025), +0.2% (Q4 2024). Destatis’ annual revision altered earlier quarters by –0.7 to +0.6 pp.
Polish Economy Gains Momentum in Q2 on Strong Consumer Spending
The Polish economy grew by 3.4%YoY in the second quarter, compared to 3.2%YoY in the first quarter. While the flash estimate did not provide a breakdown of growth components, high-frequency indicators suggest continued expansion in the services sector, stagnation in industry, and a contraction in construction
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Poland's Economic Rebound: Retail Sales and Construction Surge in Fourth Quarter
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Dampening Business Optimism in France Signals General Economic Slowdown
Australian GDP Holds Steady at 0.4% as RBA Maintains Rates at 4.10%
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Netherlands Faces Technical Recession as GDP Contracts Again
Polish GDP Contracts Further in 2Q23: Downward Revision Expected for 2023 Growth Forecast
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Challenges Ahead for Belgium: Solid Consumption Masks Competitiveness and Fiscal Concerns
Weak Second Half Growth Impacts Overall Growth Rate for 2023
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French Outlook: Weak Economy Amid Social Tension
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Challenges for the Belgian Economy: Mixed Performance and Threats to Competitiveness
Challenges Ahead for the Belgian Economy: Solid Household Consumption but Concerns Loom
Challenges Ahead: Tense Social Climate and Weak Outlook for the French Economy
Shifting Consumer Trends: Services Outpace Goods in Dutch Household Consumption
Hungary's Retail Sales and Industrial Output Plunge Amidst Constrained Domestic Demand
The Czech National Bank Challenges Dovish Market Expectations Amidst Inflation Risks
Sluggish Growth and the Looming Risk of Recession: Unraveling Australia's Economic Landscape
Stagnation and Struggles: Assessing the Czech Economy's Road to Recovery
