Second wave, second chance?

While Europe grapples with Covid-19's second wave, we look ahead to what the ECB could do next week. And with two weeks to go before the US presidential election, if Donald Trump gets a second chance, we look at what that would mean for Europe. And would you like fries with that? Our report on plant-based alternatives is food for thought

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ECB: Preparing for the second wave

More infections, more restrictions and more monetary easing? Next week, the ECB could pave the way for more stimulus in December without showing its…

Trade

Brexit: non-event or knockout blow to EU recovery?

The economic impact of a no-deal Brexit on the EU economy will be significant, with tariffs introduced and disruption for some sectors likely. The…

United Kingdom

UK: Five charts show the growing economic challenge

The October PMIs are the latest indicator to suggest the UK's economic rebound is running out of steam. We expect monthly GDP to contract this month…

US Elections: What’s in it for Europe?

America votes and the entire world is watching. Given recent strains in US-EU relations, Europe has a vested interest in the outcome of the election. In…

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Carsten on the US election’s enormous impact on Europe

Whatever happens in the US presidential election next month, Europe had better be prepared. So says ING's Carsten Brzeski who outlines what's…

Report Commodities, Food & Agri

Growth of meat and dairy alternatives is stirring up the European food industry

European retail sales of meat and dairy alternatives have grown by almost 10% per year between 2010 and 2020, but alternatives still represent a very…