ECB
Forecast errors shed light on economic shock types
Economic forecasts often miss the mark, but the patterns of these errors provide valuable insights.
Decoder
DNB
Tariffs' economic impact: prices, trade, growth, and central bank policy
Recent U.S. tariff increases have re-introduced significant uncertainty into the global economy.
ECB
AI currently boosts hiring in European firms, ECB survey finds
The European Central Bank's latest survey indicates that artificial intelligence is currently leading to more hiring than firing among European firms.
BDF
Professional forecasters maintain high uncertainty for inflation and growth
Professional forecasters in the euro area expect inflation to be close to the 2 percent target in 2026.
CBI
Strengthening Ireland's economic resilience and financial stability
The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) published its latest Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook and first quarterly Access to Cash report this week, emphasizing its commitment to strengthening resilience, safeguarding stability, and supporting the public interest amidst evolving economic and financial conditions.
BDE
AI reveals hidden labor market attachment in Spain
The Banco de España proposes a novel machine learning methodology to measure labor market attachment for the non-working population in Spain.
ECB
Tariffs impede business dynamism and long-term growth in Europe
Rising tariffs are placing European companies under strain, threatening business dynamism and long-term economic growth.
FCA
FCA streamlines regulatory priorities communication with new reports
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched new Regulatory Priorities reports, replacing over 40 previous portfolio letters.
ECB
Climate disasters increase debt costs for vulnerable nations
New research from the European Central Bank reveals that climate-related disasters can significantly increase sovereign bond yields.
BDF
French citizens increasingly adopt innovative payment methods in 2024
The use of innovative payment methods like instant credit transfers and mobile payments became firmly established in France during 2024.
ECB
ECB enhances Corporate Telephone Survey with AI tools
The European Central Bank is deploying artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency and analytical capabilities of its Corporate Telephone Survey.