Bankruptcies of businesses in the EU increased by 5.7% in the second quarter of 2026 compared with the first quarter, while registrations decreased by 0.5%.
The European Commission has adopted new measures to restrict use of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in firefighting foams under the REACH Regulation, the EU’s chemicals legislation.
The EU Commission has announced a financial literacy strategy for all and at all life stages, as well as a blueprint for savings accounts to make investing simpler and more accessible for everyone.
Europe’s water resources are under severe pressure, according to a report from the EU’s environment agency, and a rethink of the links between the economy and the environment are needed.
The EU Commission has presented a new EU-wide notice and label for products sold on the EU market, with the aim of better informing consumers of their rights and to introduce uniform product labelling.
The European Commission has announced the launch of the second call for strategic projects to ensure a secure and sustainable supply of critical raw materials for European industry.
The EU imported €478 billion worth of high-tech products in 2024, amounting to a small decrease of 0.2% compared with 2023, while exports reached €501 billion, up 8.1% from 2023
