Germany's Economic Engine Stutters: Composite Growth Slows, Manufacturing Slumps
Germany, the Eurozone's industrial powerhouse, is showing fresh signs of economic frailty, according to the latest HCOB Flash Germany PMI data for November 2025. The report indicates a broad loss of momentum across the private sector, driven by a sharper-than-expected slowdown in the dominant services sector and a worrying renewed slide into deep contraction for manufacturing.
ECB Press Conference: Will Lagarde Signal a Policy Pivot?
On September 11, 2025, all eyes will turn to Frankfurt as European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde and Vice President Luis de Guindos take the stage for the highly anticipated ECB press conference. Scheduled about 45 minutes after the interest rate decision, this event consistently drives some of the heaviest volatility in euro markets.
ECB Rate Decision in Focus: Stability or a September Surprise for the Euro?
The Eurozone takes the spotlight this September as the European Central Bank (ECB) unveils its latest interest rate decision. Traders know this isn’t just another meeting—it’s a pivotal moment that could shape the Euro’s trajectory for months ahead. With inflation cooling but growth concerns mounting, markets are asking: will the ECB stick to its steady 2.15% rate, or surprise with a shift in policy?