"More needs to be done to raise productivity and tackle climate-related risks,” says OECD chief economist Álvaro Pereira
Von der Leyen says Europe is ready to advance talks “swiftly and decisively”
Business leaders urge action ahead of throne speech
Lack of fiscal transparency raises spectre of a rating downgrade
U.S. imports soared in anticipation of higher tariffs, group noted
Banks reported solid results, but signal caution ahead
U.S. trade war torpedos economic growth
Economic and financial fallout from erratic U.S. policy could impact stability
Globally, exports rose 2% year on year, down from 4% in March
Jump in energy and water bills drives inflation to 3.5% in April