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Growth in the euro economies not horrible, but not good
Jeff Horwich Aug 14, 2012
The new numbers out on the eurozone weren't as abysmal as expected, but they're not good either.
Germany and France hold steady, but don't grow much
Christopher Werth Aug 14, 2012
Happiness is relative in Europe these days: Investors are cheering news the euro area's top economies did not turn in the abysmal results many had expected. Instead, things are just "garden-variety" bad.
Economic sentiment in Europe at three-year low
Julia Coronado Jul 30, 2012
To Europe, where economic sentiment is at a three year low, according to new figures out today. Though global markets seem to be putting that aside and focusing instead on a statement that came last week from the head of the European Central Bank.
Eurozone crisis hits Shell, other earnings
Karen Hoggan Jul 26, 2012
The crisis in the eurozone is hitting profits everywhere; Anglo-Dutch oil giant "Shell" is the latest. Shell says this morning earnings fell 13 percent compared to the same quarter last year. This follows a string of U.S. companies blaming Europe.
What's up, Europe? Umbrellas for Bastille Day
Kai Ryssdal Jul 13, 2012
Tomorrow is Bastille Day in France, the French will be celebrating despite the rainy weather and eurozone turmoil. This week French carmaker, Peugot, announced major layoffs, signaling the tough economic climate facing the country.
Weak euro lures American travelers
Mark Garrison Jul 13, 2012
The euro crisis has weakened the currency -- and strengthened Europe's appeal to American tourists.
Europeans get vacation 'do-over'
Stephen Beard Jul 6, 2012
In Europe, high courts have upheld workers' right to reclaim vacation days marred by illness or injury.
Some economic slowdown in the U.S., gas prices remain stable
Julia Coronado Jul 2, 2012
There's news this morning that folks who do the ordering at factories are increasingly wary. The Markit U.S. Purchasing Managers Index was a disappointment, its worst showing since late 2010.
Euro leaders compromise on plans for bailout money
Stephen Beard Jun 29, 2012
It appears European leaders have come up with an agreement to ease the debt crisis -- somewhat. And the deal rests on Germany compromising on how bailout money is used.
Angela Merkel renews position against euro bonds
Stephen Beard Jun 27, 2012
European leaders come together in Brussels tomorrow to allegedly collaborate on the EU's debt problems. But this morning it's shaping up more like a stand-off -- Germany and Italy, in particular, are staking out opposite ends of some key issues.
