Economics

Euro Gripes Threaten Economic Recovery as Populism Advances

  • Rising euroskepticism could impact region’s growth outlook
  • U.S. firms see instability, populism as key issues in Europe

Will New Dynamics For Brexit Britain End in Tears?

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Anti-establishment parties are gaining ground in the heart of the European Union, and they may pose a bigger challenge to the region’s economy than any of those that have drawn support in the periphery over the past years.

While populists in Spain or Italy are revolting against restrictive fiscal policies and a weakening of social safety nets, the backlash in France and Germany focuses on monetary union itself. Parties openly advocating a break from the euro are building momentum ahead of a year of election across the region and politicians skeptical about EU integration are already twisting policy decisions. Belgium’s Wallonia region blocked a trade deal with Canada just last week.