Category: Economy
Decentralized Job and Industry Events in France – December 12, 2024, at 16:48 – Boursorama
Several French cities held small demonstrations on Thursday to advocate for employment and industry, coinciding with the anticipated appointment of a new Prime Minister. While Paris saw modest turnout, participants…
Ubisoft and Don’t Nod Workers Strike Thursday to Protest Layoffs
Employees at Don’t Nod and Ubisoft in France are preparing for significant strike actions amid increasing job cuts and studio closures in the video game industry. As Don’t Nod plans…
Barnier Anticipates Successor Following Final Council of Ministers Meeting – December 11, 2024
Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister following a Council of Ministers meeting. Bayrou’s role will involve negotiating to prevent censure and ensure the…
Experts Warn Trump’s Proposed Mass Expulsions Could Devastate the Economy
Donald Trump aims for mass deportations of approximately 13 million undocumented immigrants, planning to declare a national emergency and utilize the military for this purpose. Experts warn of severe economic…
Adult Skills in OECD Countries are Stagnating or Declining, with France Falling Below Average
A recent OECD study indicates that adult skills in reading, mathematics, and problem-solving are stagnating or declining across most member nations, with France performing below average. While Finland and Denmark…
Chinese Stock Markets Surge as Beijing’s Economic Measures Propel Asian Markets
Chinese stock markets experienced significant gains on December 10, driven by expectations of increased economic stimulus from Beijing. Authorities plan to adopt a more proactive fiscal policy to stabilize the…
A69 Highway Decision Postponed: Opponents Express Outrage – 09/12/2024 at 19:31 – Boursorama
A delay in the ruling on the Castres-Toulouse highway project has sparked outrage among environmental activists, prompting the Toulouse administrative court to schedule a new hearing to evaluate environmental permits.…
France’s Struggle with Opioid Regulation: Are Measures Against Tramadol and Codeine Excessive? – 09/12/2024 at 07:48 – Boursorama
Opioid medications like tramadol and codeine, often prescribed for pain relief, pose significant addiction and overdose risks. In response, French health authorities plan to enforce stricter regulations, though the rollout…
Exploring the Lack of Economic Ties Between France and Syria
The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime signifies a crucial turning point in Middle Eastern history, garnering international approval, particularly from France, due to Assad’s oppressive actions since 2011. The ongoing…
Morvan’s Christmas Trees Set to Receive PDO Status: Our Commitment to Customer Assurance
Christmas tree producers in Morvan, France, are pursuing protected geographical indication (IGP) status, aiming for approval by Christmas 2025. This designation would mark the first horticultural IGP in France, enhancing…
EU and Mercosur Reach Free Trade Agreement Awaiting Member State Ratification – 06/12/2024
Negotiations for a free trade agreement between Mercosur and the EU have progressed, but France and other nations oppose it, emphasizing the need for equal environmental and health standards. European…
European Stock Markets Open Steady Amidst Economic Uncertainty
European stock markets opened cautiously as investors await the crucial U.S. employment data for November. While Paris saw a slight rise, Frankfurt and London remained mostly unchanged. Analysts anticipate around…