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The euro has surged to 1.0850 against the dollar, erasing post-Trump election losses after a 4.4% weekly gain—its strongest since 2009. While Germany’s fiscal overhaul fuels optimism, analysts are split on whether the rally can last. ADVERTISEMENT The euro has staged a dramatic comeback in March, erasing all losses incurred since Donald Trump’s election victory in November 2024. A combination …

In this episode of Focus, we’re at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, exploring AI, robotics, and cybersecurity innovations shaping the future of technology, with insights from industry leaders and exhibitors. ADVERTISEMENT Mobile World Congress (MwC) 2025 in Barcelona showcased the latest trends in AI, robotics and mobile technology. With 2,700 exhibitors and 100,000 attendees, companies will showcase innovations such …

Virgin Group wants to launch the new service by the end of the decade, initially running trains from London to Paris and Brussels. ADVERTISEMENT A rival to the cross-Channel train service Eurostar could appear as soon as 2029 as Virgin Group seeks to raise £700 million (€832.9mn) for the project. The high frequency service will initially link London to Paris …

Spanish financial giant Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria is preparing to offer crypto trading to customers on its platform in Spain. ADVERTISEMENT BBVA’s customers in Spain will soon be able to buy, sell, and manage bitcoin and ether transactions through the bank’s app, after the lender received the green light from the Spanish Securities and Exchange Commission (CNMV). According to the …

Sheinbaum has seen a bump in popularity as she seeks to protect Mexico against US tariffs. The economic effects of a trade war could nonetheless dent her ratings further down the line. ADVERTISEMENT Tens of thousands of people packed into Mexico’s City main plaza on Sunday to celebrate with President Claudia Sheinbaum a decision by the US to postpone tariffs …

In this episode of Focus, we’re at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest travel trade show, where Albania is showcasing its tourism sector. With a growing number of visitors, the country is focusing on expanding its tourism infrastructure while balancing sustainability. ADVERTISEMENT At ITB Berlin, Albania is presenting its tourism development plans. With a steady increase in visitors, the sector now …

The US job market stayed resilient in February, although there were increasing concerns of the effects of US president Donald Trump’s new policies regarding the federal workforce and global tariffs. ADVERTISEMENT US employers added a 151,000 jobs last month, though unemployment rose slightly to 4.1%. This was an increase from a revised 125,000 in January. However, the figure missed expectations …

The eurozone economy saw a slight rise in the last quarter of 2024, although major economies such as France and Germany continued to lag. ADVERTISEMENT The eurozone economy grew 0.2% on a quarterly basis in the final three months of 2024, according to Eurostat’s third estimate. This was up from 0.1% in the second estimate, while also being ahead of …

The food delivery company teamed up with drone operator Manna Drones Ltd to launch the speedy service. ADVERTISEMENT Food delivery is now available by drone in Dublin, Ireland, where Just Eat Takeaway.com teamed up with Irish drone delivery operator Manna Drones Ltd to launch the new service. “Customers will have the choice to receive their orders from participating partners via …

The EU member states agreed on a statement to boost the bloc’s defence spending, backing Germany’s push to relax its fiscal rules. The DAX hit a new high and Germany’s government bond yields soared. ADVERTISEMENT The German stock market continued to reach a new high on Thursday after the European Union member states unanimously agreed to ease the fiscal rules …