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business2 hours ago•5 min saved

Europe's drought tightens grip on trade and power, prompting risky fixes

A severe European drought has pushed Rhine water levels to record lows, threatening river shipping, raising freight costs and forcing power plants to reduce output. The Danube and other waterways face similar strain, prompting measures like underwater blasting to improve flow. Economists warn Rhine disruptions could shave German Q3 growth by roughly 0.1–0.2 percentage points and ripple through energy security and inflation as firms reroute cargo by rail or road.

via CNBC|

#business #drought #energy

economy5 months ago•6 min saved

Euro on the Edge: Prolonged Iran War Could Push Currency Below Parity

Experts warn that a longer Iran conflict could trigger sustained energy-price shocks, sending more capital into dollars and pushing the euro toward $1.10–$1.12 or even below parity. A weak euro would hit German industry and possibly spark stagflation, complicating ECB policy as it balances inflation with growth. A rapid end to the war would help the euro recover somewhat, but a prolonged blockade could deepen recession risks across the eurozone.

via Euronews.com|

#ecb #economy #energy-prices