European economy

European stocks and bonds draw strongest inflows in a decade

European markets are defying expectations in 2026, drawing a wave of capital from global investors seeking alternatives to the United States as geopolitical uncertainty reshapes portfolio allocations.

IMF warns Europe’s debt could double by 2040 on ‘explosive’ path

The International Monetary Fund has issued a stark warning that public debt across Europe risks spiraling to unsustainable levels, projecting it could average 130% of GDP by 2040 — roughly double where it stands today — unless governments abandon piecemeal…