Economic growth

The Ring

Poland’s economic rise - Can it last? The Ring in Warsaw

The Ring travels to the Polish capital for a political discussion on the country’s economic transformation and the challenges ahead.

7 October 2026

Economy

OECD lifts 2026 global growth forecast to 2.9% despite Iran war

The OECD has nudged up its forecast for global growth this year to 2.9%, saying the world economy has absorbed the energy shock from the Iran war better than expected, but it warned that persistent inflation, rising bond yields and the risk of a longer conflict continue to cloud the outlook.

23 September 2026

Focus

Tajikistan celebrates 35 years of independence

In partnership with The Government of the Republic of Tajikistan

To mark the 35th anniversary, the country’s president, Emomali Rahmon, set out plans for economic growth, hydropower, investment, and a stronger international presence.

18 September 2026

Kazakhstan

Unlocking Kazakhstan’s potential as a regional trade hub

At the Astana Finance Days 2026, speakers discussed how Kazakhstan can move beyond its traditional role as a transit country and become a regional hub for production, trade and investment.

17 September 2026

East-West Connect

Kazakhstan’s push to trade beyond commodities

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan is turning its reliance on imported processed goods into an opportunity for investors to build local enterprises, substitute imports and expand the country’s export basket.

16 September 2026

Partner content

Tajikistan at 35: A new chapter of independence

Partner content presented by The Government of the Republic of Tajikistan

As Tajikistan marks 35 years of independence, the country looks towards a future shaped by peacebuilding, water security, technology and sustainable development.

16 September 2026

Economy

China's retail sales weaken as spending remains sluggish

Retail sales in China grew just 0.4% in August, the slowest pace since growth resumed and the second consecutive monthly slowdown, underlining how little progress Beijing has made in reviving consumer spending even as factory output accelerates.

15 September 2026

Economy

France cuts growth forecast as economy lags behind European neighbours

It comes after France's national statistics office lowered its forecast for 2026 growth from 0.7% to 0.4% and warned that the French economy was "losing ground."

11 September 2026

Business

Fitch to unveil France's rating: 'Status quo is the likely scenario'

Fitch, the global credit rating powerhouse, cut France's rating in September of 2025 and upheld it in March 2026. Despite a weaker outlook, Fitch may now delay tougher action until 2027, experts told Euronews.

28 August 2026

Partner content

How Dubai became the world’s easiest place to set up and scale a business

Partner content presented by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy

Dubai’s streamlined regulation, free zones and Founders HQ are drawing investors and startups, turning the emirate into a launchpad for global expansion.

27 August 2026

Partner content

Dubai’s competitive advantage for digital business

Partner content presented by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy

Inside Dubai's blueprint to become a global launchpad for startups

21 August 2026

East-West Connect

How is Kazakhstan attracting manufacturing investment?

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan is seeking to attract more investment into higher-value manufacturing as it looks to diversify its economy beyond raw materials and expand value-added industries.

5 August 2026

Focus

How economic growth is changing everyday life

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

A decade of economic reforms has reshaped investment, employment and finance in Uzbekistan. As growth continues, policymakers and international organisations are increasingly focused on whether its benefits are reaching businesses, workers and households.

30 July 2026

Economy

Europe’s fastest-growing economies in Q2 2026: Who led and who lagged?

Eurozone GDP delivered a better-than-expected performance in the second quarter of 2026. But beneath the headline, Europe’s growth story looks increasingly uneven across member states.

30 July 2026

Uzbekistan

Uzbek economy grows 8.5% in first half of 2026

Official figures presented at a presidential review showed investment reaching €24.6 billion and exports €12.7 billion in the first half of 2026, as Moody's upgraded Uzbekistan's sovereign credit rating and Fitch shifted its outlook to positive.

24 July 2026

Economy

What is Spain's World Cup victory actually worth to the economy?

Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final brings a record $50 million (€43.7m) cheque from FIFA and, if past champions are any guide, a measurable but fleeting lift for the economy.

20 July 2026