Croatia

Central European countries least likely in the EU to prioritise climate change

Clare Nuttall in Glasgow November 18, 2024

Stark contrast with Southern Europe, where around half of respondents from Bulgaria, Romania and other countries fear they will have to relocate to escape climate crisis, EIB survey shows.

Croatian health minister sacked after arrest in corruption probe

bne IntelliNews November 15, 2024

EPPO says Vili Beros was involved in scheme to secure lucrative contracts for medical robotic devices at inflated prices.

PPF mulling bid for United Group's telecom assets in Southeastern Europe

Albin Sybera November 13, 2024

United Group’s telecoms assets in southeastern Europe have been put up for a potential sale.

Saudi EV maker Ceer signs Rimac deal for electric drive systems

bne Gulf bureau November 11, 2024

Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle manufacturer Ceer has partnered with Croatia's Rimac Technology to supply high-performance electric drive systems for its flagship EV range, on November 11.

IMF: How to awaken Europe's private sector and boost economic growth

IMF November 11, 2024

In the European Union, income per person, one of the main gauges of living standards, is on average one-third less than in the United States, mostly because of lower productivity—as emphasised by Mario Draghi’s Sept. 9 competitiveness report.

Croatia has triple-A rating after Moody's upgrade

Aidą Kadyrzhanova in Prague November 10, 2024

Moody's two-notch upgrade from Baa2 to A3 follows similar upgrades by Fitch and S&P.

COMMENT: Political, economic and security headaches Trump Europe’s mounting problems

Ben Aris in Berlin November 8, 2024

The re-election of Donald Trump as US President could become a major headache for Europe that is already struggling to keep its head above recessionary water.

EU leaders gauge impact of Trump’s return at Budapest ECP summit

Tamas Csonka in Budapest November 8, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to embrace "strategic autonomy" in the wake of Trump's victory, advocating for a Europe less reliant on American military protection.

Erdogan urges full inclusion of Turkey in EU defence efforts

bne IntelliNews November 7, 2024

With second largest land forces in Nato, Ankara may have an ace in efforts to join European bloc if Trump takes US on isolationist path.

Studenac aims to raise €80mn with dual listing in Warsaw and Zagreb

Clare Nuttall in Glasgow November 7, 2024

Croatia-based retailer outlines IPO plans as it pursues aggressive regional growth.

VISEGRAD BLOG: Central Europe's populists clamour to applaud Trump's victory

Robert Anderson in Prague November 7, 2024

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is set to parade his support for Trump at the European Political Community meeting in Budapest on November 7-8.

MOSCOW BLOG: The EU loses its appeal

bne IntelliNews November 6, 2024

One of the salient points is that would-be members have never been interested in the “values” part of the deal and see the need to adhere to them simply as an annoyance that has to be tolerated if you want access to the transformation grants.

MOSCOW BLOG: The EU loses its appeal

Ben Aris in Berlin November 5, 2024

After the collapse of the Soviet Union the only thing almost all the former republics and vassal states wanted to do was join the European Union. It was a no brainer. Not any more. A growing number of countries have cooled on joining the EU.

INTERVIEW: Draghi report recommendations could lift eastern EU members’ economies, says EBRD chief economist

Clare Nuttall in Glasgow October 31, 2024

Central and Eastern Europe have achieved spectacular growth over the last 30 years, but those sources of growth have been depleted, Beata Javorcik told bne IntelliNews.

Central and Southeastern Europe defies German economic weakness

Robert Anderson in Prague October 17, 2024

The wiiw autumn forecast warns that not all of the recession in the German automotive industry has so far been felt in Central Europe and further difficulties should be expected.

Europe needs Draghi’s reforms to boost growth, says IIF

bne IntelliNews October 3, 2024

Europe has a significant lag in productivity growth compared to the United States and China. Despite similar levels of spending, Europe is falling behind.

Croatian president rejects Nato mission to support Ukraine, sparking new political crisis

bne IntelliNews October 3, 2024

President Zoran Milanovic is a vocal critic of the Croatian government's efforts support Ukraine with military aid.

Croatia startup raises €10mn to boost AI-driven adtech

Aidą Kadyrzhanova in Prague October 3, 2024

All Eyes On Screens uses artificial intelligence to enhance TV and video advertising.

Southeast European countries increase defence spending amid rising tensions

bne IntelliNews September 30, 2024

Southeast European countries including Romania, Bulgaria and Croatia have announced significant increases in defence spending.

LONG READ: Europe has lost its competitive edge

Ben Aris in Berlin September 29, 2024

In the first year of the war in Ukraine the lights started to go out across Europe as the consequences of cutting off Russian trade and gas began to kick in. Now the malaise has spread. Europe has fallen behind the US and being caught up by the EMs.

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