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The Rise of Functional Beverages and the Shifting Landscape of the Drinks Industry The European drinks market is experiencing a seismic shift, driven by a growing trend towards non-alcoholic beverages,…
The UK’s alcohol industry is facing a confluence of challenges, grappling with the lingering aftermath of the pandemic, evolving consumer preferences, and a new wave of tax increases. The pandemic…
The global coffee market is currently experiencing significant price volatility, driven by a confluence of factors ranging from geopolitical tensions to adverse weather conditions. One of the primary drivers of…
Germany’s unemployment rate surged to 6.4% in January 2025, the highest since February 2015, reflecting a concerning rise of 0.4 percentage points from the previous month and a substantial year-on-year…
The UK housing market commenced 2025 with a marginal increase in prices, reflecting a persistent struggle with affordability challenges for prospective buyers. The Nationwide House Price Index for January revealed…
The French economy received a welcome respite in January as inflation held steady at 1.8% year-on-year, according to the national statistics agency, INSEE. This harmonized rate, designed for comparison across…
The escalating conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has sparked urgent calls for the European Union to reassess its minerals agreement with Rwanda. The agreement, signed in…
Deutsche Bank’s 2024 Finale Marred by Litigation Costs and Revised Targets Deutsche Bank, a prominent player in the global financial landscape, concluded its 2024 fiscal year with a mixed bag…