France went ‘too far’ in relying on consultants like McKinsey, finance chief admits

The French government has relied too much on external consultants such as U.S. firm McKinsey, French…

EU plans subsidy war chest as industry faces ‘existential’ threat from US

Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. The EU is in emergency…

Germany and France join forces against Biden in subsidy battle

BERLIN/PARIS — Germany and France pushed Tuesday for tougher industrial policies such as more state subsidies…

Bruno Le Maire: Europe needs ‘unwavering unity’ against China, US in space

Europe has to boost its strategic autonomy in space to compete with the likes of China…

EU governments spend big against inflation, adding fuel to fire

PRAGUE — Fearful of high prices sparking social unrest, European governments are ladling out support, but…

France, Germany and Others Pledge to Advance Minimum Tax, Despite Hungary Veto

Sept. 9, 2022 11:15 am ET Listen to article (1 minute) France, Germany and three other…

EU promises ’emergency intervention’ to rein in energy prices

The EU is planning an “emergency intervention” in the bloc’s power market to curb soaring prices,…

Le Maire: French households ‘will not be affected’ by soaring electricity prices

France will maintain a cap on electricity prices until the end of the year in an…

Macron’s reform agenda tested as French MPs approve €20B inflation relief package

PARIS — France did what it does best: throw money at a problem. As the country…