The EU must speed up its integration and overhaul a model of export-led growth that has faltered amid mounting geopolitical turmoil. Christine Lagarde warns that the EU is increasingly vulnerable to shocks and is lagging behind in areas that will drive growth such as AI
From resilience to strength: unleashing Europe’s domestic market Read More »
Rule of law is not the enemy of autonomy; it is its foundation. Christine Lagarde says the EU can pursue its policy choices because they are framed by legal commitments that others recognise and respect
Building European autonomy: cooperation and the rule of law Read More »
As the world continues its digital transformation, the ECB is moving toward the launch of the digital euro – a central bank-issued currency that offers a universal, secure payment method for everyday use. Piero Cipollone discusses how a digital euro would support Europe’s strategic autonomy and monetary sovereignty
Shifting payment landscape: what a digital euro will bring Read More »
There are moments when foundations that seem unbreakable begin to shift, says Christine Lagarde. She believes the euro could become a viable alternative to the dollar, earning the EU immense benefits, if governments could strengthen the bloc’s financial and security architecture
Earning influence: lessons from the history of international currencies Read More »
For central banks to fulfil their mandates they must take account of the natural environment. Frank Elderson discusses the looming economic crisis from nature loss and the risk sitting on company and investor balance sheets
Nature’s bell tolls for thee, economy! Read More »
The digital euro is not just about creating a new form of money, says Philip R Lane. It is about ensuring that Europe retains control over its monetary and financial destiny in the digital age against increasing geopolitical fragmentation
The digital euro: maintaining the autonomy of the monetary system Read More »
The level of uncertainty is exceptionally high. Christine Lagarde says maintaining stability in a new era will be hard, and will require an ability to react as necessary
A robust monetary strategy for a new era Read More »
Low growth and increased uncertainty pose new challenges for monetary policy. Luis de Guindos argues that preserving the strength and resilience of euro area banks is crucial in this environment
The economic outlook and monetary policy in the euro area Read More »
Europe needs to refocus efforts on a capital markets union. Rather than the current piecemeal approach, Christine Lagarde argues that there are three key issues to tackle
Channelling savings into investment and innovation in Europe Read More »
The geopolitical environment is tilting the threat landscape further towards state actors. Piero Cipollone argues that they have been responsible for the most serious cyber threats, and this is likely to continue
Building a solid cyber defence for the new geopolitical season Read More »
