AfD’s projected 44% win in Saxony-Anhalt triggered warnings from Poland and France, adding a fresh political risk signal for European markets.
AfD won 43.8% in Saxony-Anhalt, but the seat math leaves coalition talks highly uncertain and BSW potentially decisive.
Putin backed using volunteers deemed fully unfit for service in rear-area drone defense, adding to signs of manpower pressure in Russia’s war economy.
Uzbekistan’s decade of business reforms has reshaped registration, licensing, taxation and investor-facing legal protections.
Foreign investment into Germany rose to 86 billion euros in 2025, with UK inflows surging and the US share dropping sharply, according to IW data.
The US has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsor list, lifting sanctions and opening new investment opportunities amid ongoing regional geopolitical tensions.
Ukrainian officials report over 8.4 million citizens living abroad amid war, with Kyiv-controlled territory population shrinking to 27-28 million.
Uzbekistan moves forward with national navigation and digital governance platforms to boost IT exports and improve public administration efficiency.
German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder resigns amid cabinet reshuffle; Chancellor Friedrich Merz to nominate Steffen Bilger as successor, impacting transport sector policies.
Russia’s July oil and gas revenues are expected to rise 60% year-on-year due to higher global oil prices, despite ongoing sanctions and a weaker year-to-date performance.
The IMF approved a €604 million disbursement to Ukraine after a satisfactory program review, supporting Kiev amid delays in reforms and ongoing conflict.
President Trump promises to remove Syria from the terrorism sponsor list, enabling new investment opportunities and signaling a strategic US-Syria rapprochement.
Cuba's electrical grid suffered a total blackout amid worsening fuel shortages and intensified U.S. sanctions, further deepening the island’s energy crisis.
German authorities have granted asylum to Russian anti-war activist Ilya Shkolny after a lengthy legal battle and interventions by human rights groups.
The US has imposed new sanctions on five major Cuban state companies controlling 40% of the economy, escalating economic tensions and enabling US firms to pursue compensation claims.
Germany's Economy Minister Katherina Reiche emphasized that future EU-Turkey gas contracts must exclude Russian supplies amid efforts to reduce reliance on Russian energy sources.
Bulgaria intends to veto the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, citing threats to its economy and energy sector, notably concerns over Lukoil's operations.
EU leaders agree to extend sanctions on Russia for one year, reflecting a unified stance and signaling potential impacts on energy, finance, and trade sectors.
G7 leaders unveil new sanctions targeting Russian energy exports and pledge increased delivery of advanced weaponry to Ukraine amid shifting battlefield dynamics.
Germany faces a 4.3 million worker deficit by 2036 due to baby boomer retirements and reduced migration, according to the Institute of the German Economy.
France, Germany, the UK, and Italy endorse the US-Iran deal, emphasizing nuclear non-proliferation and the restoration of safe maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Rosneft advisor Andrei Bezrukov forecasts a prolonged war for Russia lasting decades, urging economic and state reforms to integrate defense priorities amid recent drone attacks.
The EU delays appointing a negotiator for talks with Russia, focusing first on clarifying goals and increasing sanctions pressure amid the Ukraine conflict.
Russia plans a 1-2 month ban on diesel and aviation kerosene exports due to refinery disruptions caused by increased drone attacks on fuel plants.
Senior Kremlin officials warned President Putin against harsher internet restrictions amid economic losses and rising public dissatisfaction in Russia.
Hungary swiftly reinstates ban on Ukrainian agricultural imports and reverses ICC withdrawal, affecting regional trade flows and market dynamics.
The EU and Mexico have signed a major trade agreement eliminating most tariffs and easing trade barriers, aiming to boost exports, investments, and sector rotation by 2030.
Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Beijing to discuss Iran, trade, and Taiwan, key topics with significant implications for global markets and energy sectors.
Uzbek banks saw a 30.9% increase in deposits in Q1 2026, led by Octobank's 416% surge, signaling rising liquidity and client confidence across the sector.
Iran has presented a detailed 14-point peace plan to the US, outlining demands to end the Middle East conflict, while Washington remains skeptical about the proposal's acceptance.
Munich's ifo warns that US tariff hikes on EU cars and potential retaliatory duties could push Germany into recession by 2026, escalating trade tensions amid political disputes.
Oxfam reveals a 56% rise in CEO pay among Germany’s DAX 40 firms since 2019, while worker wages lag behind inflation and social inequality grows amid economic pressures.
The Central Bank keeps the key rate at 14% citing persistent inflation in food prices and external risks, despite overall inflation easing in early 2024.
Uzbekistan’s divorce rate in urban areas now reaches one in three marriages, with ongoing demographic shifts affecting market and social dynamics.
Tashkent's farmer markets mostly saw strong profit growth in 2025, led by Askiya market, while Qo‘yliq faced declines; automotive sector profits surged significantly.