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Cell production is set to begin at the first PowerCo gigafactory in Salzgitter by the end of 2025.

Europe under pressure

Building an economic battery ecosystem is complex. But geopolitical tensions and the risks of dependence on non-European manufacturers make it clear that the EU needs to take action. At stake are technological sovereignty and stable supply chains.Show more

AnalysisBatteries as a key technology

von Carsten Steevens

Harald Christ is a consultant, entrepreneur, politician, and philanthropist – a man of many roles. Berlin-based Christ, previously involved with the SPD and FDP, has strong political connections. In an interview with Börsen-Zeitung in early February, he brought up the concept of a 500 billion euro infrastructure fund.

„We are neither in a crisis nor the sick man of Europe“

Entrepreneur Harald Christ is calling for economic stability from the new government, and setting out more realistic expectations with regard to the speed at which reforms will take effect. Prior to the election, he was the first to call for the subsequently approved 500 billion euro infrastructure package.Show more

Interview withHarald Christ

von Sebastian Schmid

The WTO is in urgent need of reform – and not just since US President Donald Trump began putting pressure on global trade with tariffs.

How Trump could involuntarily help the WTO

There have long been problems with the World Trade Organisation rules. The tariff conflict triggered by the USA could accelerate urgently needed reform.Show more

AnalysisTariffs row could drive reform

von Martin Pirkl

US President Donald Trump is threatening various countries with high tariffs.

How Europe could benefit from Trump

Economists agree that a trade war results in losers on all sides. Nevertheless, some take the view that Trump's policies might actually strengthen Europe in some areas.Show more

Shifts in the global economy

von Martin Pirkl

EU-US trade relations feeling the strain

Counting on Joe Sixpack

US President Donald Trump could soon clarify his vaguely formulated threats regarding tariffs. The EU should not delude itself into thinking it needs to engage in a trade policy showdown.Show more

EditorialEU-US trade relations

von Detlef Fechtner

From "Our country first" to "Don't be an asshole" - German voters had a wide array of options on 9 June.

More money and powers for Brussels?

Following the European elections, numerous fundamental decisions regarding the orientation of policy are looming. These include the size of the EU budget, the Green Deal, and trade agreements.Show more

SeriesEuropean election 2024

von Andreas Heitker