EUR News
LAST UPDATE: August 29, 2025
Bosnia’s economy to grow 2.4% in 2025, downside risks elevated, IMF says
IMF forecasts Bosnia’s GDP growth at 2.4% in 2025 (and 3% in 2026), fueled by consumption and exports, but warns of elevated downside risks including political instability and external shocks.
Insight
Growth remains resilient, yet fragile. Sustained progress hinges on political stability and disciplined fiscal reforms.
Stand up to Trump on Big Tech, says EU antitrust chief
EU antitrust chief urged firm resistance to U.S. pressure, particularly from President Trump, to weaken the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Insight
The EU is signaling regulatory sovereignty, prioritizing internal digital rules over trade concessions to U.S. political demands.
Novo Nordisk woes prompt Denmark to slash country’s 2025 growth forecast
Denmark cut its 2025 growth projection to 1.4% (from around 3%) due to a downturn at Novo Nordisk and the impact of U.S. tariffs.
Insight
The country’s dependence on a single pharma giant exposes macroeconomic vulnerability amid external disruptions.
Swedish economy grew 0.5% in Q2 vs Q1, final data shows
Sweden’s economy grew 0.5% QoQ in Q2—revising upward from earlier estimates—and 1.4% YoY.
Insight
The stronger-than-expected rebound may grant the central bank room for cautious rate cuts.
Polish 2026 borrowing needs flat in practical terms, finance minister says
Poland expects its net borrowing needs for 2026 to remain about 300 billion zlotys (~$82 billion), largely stabilized by EU recovery funds.
Insight
EU support appears pivotal in anchoring fiscal stability and easing market pressure.
One Polish MPC member against cutting interest rates in July, records show
Joanna Tyrowicz was the sole member opposing a 25 bps rate cut in July, while others supported bringing the key rate to 5.00%.
Insight
Her dissent underscores lingering inflation concerns, suggesting a potential divergence in future monetary policymaking.
Czech economy sees fastest growth in three years on rising household demand
In Q1, Czechia saw its strongest growth since late 2021—0.8% QoQ and 2.2% YoY—propelled by household spending and inventory buildup.
Insight
Consumer-driven momentum is reviving growth, though global trade uncertainties remain a headwind.
