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European Parliament | EU-US Trade: Parliament Gives its Green Light to Tariff Legislation

On Tuesday, MEPs gave their final approval to two pieces of legislation implementing EU tariff commitments under the August 2025 EU-US joint statement. Sunset clause: tariff preferences set to expire on 31 December 2029, unless renewed Clear conditions set on tariff reductions on steel and aluminium derivatives Safeguard mechanism to protect EU industry and agricultural sector Sunset clause The main regulation on industrial and agri-food imports will expire on 31 December 2029. By 30 June 2029, the Commission will make a...
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IMF | Global Economy Endures War Shock—So Far

Blog Kristalina Georgieva | An overall resilient world economy masks significant differences among countries and regions. Energy importers and countries with limited policy space are most vulnerable. More than three months into the war in the Middle East, the global economy appears to be holding up. Commodity prices, inflation and expectations for it, and financial conditions have all been impacted—but not yet in ways that signal a global slowdown. And we have seen strong economic momentum in the world’s biggest...
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European Council | Global Gateway: Council Adopts Conclusions on the EU’s Global Investment and Partnership Strategy

The Council today adopted conclusions on Global Gateway, reaffirming it as the European Union’s worldwide investment strategy for building mutually beneficial partnerships and mobilising public and private resources to bridge the global investment gap. In a geopolitical environment marked by growing fragmentation, economic competition and pressure on democratic governance, the Council reiterates its commitment to advance Global Gateway as a core element of the EU’s external action. The strategy represents the EU’s positive and comprehensive offer to partner countries, combining development cooperation, trade and...
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IMF | A Stronger Europe for Tougher Times

Keynote remarks by Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Managing Director, at the “One Europe, One Market Summit”, organized by the Jacques Delors Friends of Europe Foundation, Brussels The world economy—and Europe with it—is hit once more by a shock: this time, the events unfolding in the Middle East. Before Hormuz closed, Europe’s growth outlook was improving and we at the IMF were getting ready to upgrade our forecasts. Now, we see growth down and inflation up. But still, some credit where credit is due: it...
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European Council | Council Moves to Strengthen the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

The Council today agreed its position on strengthening the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM), the EU’s tool to fight carbon leakage and promote global decarbonisation, ahead of negotiations with the European Parliament. The new framework would extend the CBAM’s scope to new products and close loopholes that may be used to circumvent the system " The EU remains committed to reducing climate emissions both within the Union and globally. Strengthening the CBAM and closing loopholes that can circumvent our rules is...
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World Bank | Middle East Conflict Sends Global Growth to Lowest Rate Since COVID-19

The conflict in the Middle East is expected to slow global growth to the lowest rate since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic amid higher energy prices, steeper inflation, and increased borrowing costs , according to the World Bank Group’s latest Global Economic Prospects report.  Global growth is forecast to slow to 2.5% in 2026, down from 2.9% in 2025. Forecasts for two-thirds of economies have been downgraded relative to January of this year.  Global growth is expected to improve to 2.8%...

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    Webinar | The Buy/Sell Advantage | A Solution for Complex Global Transactions

    Hosted by TecEx | Global transactions involving multiple currencies pose significant challenges for both importers and exporters. Join TecEx for a practical discussion on how Buy/Sell transactions can help bridge the gap between global sellers and local buyers. We’ll unpack how the solution enables End Users to procure locally, pay in local currency, and reduce transaction risk in complex jurisdictions.

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      BTxBPB | The Basics of EBITDA for Determining Business Value and Ultimate Sales Price

      One of the first factors to consider when planning for the eventual sale of your company is the entity’s estimated value, or the amount a buyer is willing to pay for the business’s assets, liabilities, and all the risks associated with that purchase. While there are many valuation methods for making this determination, EBITDA (“earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization”) is the preferred metric that buyers, bankers and investors use to value a company and negotiate a sales...
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      Ogletree Deakins | EU Nears Approval of Agreement to Delay Rules for AI Use in Employment Decisions

      The European Union (EU) recently reached a provisional agreement on amendments to the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act that, if formally adopted, will delay the requirements for “high-risk” AI systems, including those used to make employment decisions, from taking effect on August 2, 2026, until December 2, 2027. Quick Hits The European Union has provisionally agreed to delay the implementation of high-risk AI regulations in employment decisions until December 2, 2027. Subject to formal adoption, the agreement would delay the...
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      Tarter Krinsky & Drogin | H-1B Fee Updates and Expedited Business Visas Announced

      On June 8, 2026, U.S. Judge Leo Sorokin of Massachusetts voided the federal government’s new H-1B visa fee of $100,000 for each H-1B petition submission stating that the fee was unlawful and served to impose a tax on H-1B petitions without prior authorization by Congress. The Judge further stated that the Department of Justice policy should have been implemented through formal regulations and public notice requirements. He also noted that Presidential powers do not delegate to the executive branch...
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      Stephenson Harwood | NEURAL NETWORK – JUNE 2026

      In this edition of the Neural Network, we look at key AI developments from May and June 2026. In regulatory and government updates, the European Commission has published draft guidance on the classification of “high-risk” AI systems under the EU AI Act; AI chatbots and social media appear set to face tighter regulation under the UK’s evolving online safety regime; Ofcom has set out its annual strategic approach to safe and secure AI adoption; and the US has introduced a...
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      Noerr | Europe on the Way to Technological Sovereignty? The EU’s Tech Sovereignty Package

      According to the European Commission, the European Union depends on non-EU countries for more than 80% of its key digital products, services and infrastructure. In times of geopolitical tension in both the West and the East, this dependence is becoming a risk for security and the economy. With the European Technological Sovereignty Package put forward on 3 June 2026, the European Commission has launched its most ambitious effort to date to strengthen technological sovereignty in the EU. The proposals have the potential to...
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      JTC Group | Raising Capital in Europe: A Practical Guide for US General Partners

      As global appetite for private market strategies continues to grow, US general partners (GPs) are increasingly looking to Europe for their next wave of capital. However, successfully raising capital in Europe requires more than a strong track record, it demands a nuanced understanding of investor expectations, fund structures, ESG frameworks and regulatory pathways that differ significantly from the US. This guide explores what US GPs need to know to successfully raise capital from European institutional investors and position themselves effectively in...

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      New Micropodcast Series: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic

      The EACCNY is happy to announce the launch of its “What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” series, an initiative that aims to offer our members and wider audience hands-on updates on current affairs and policy developments on both sides of the pond. In these 3-5 minute segments, EU and US policy makers and experts along with a select group of EACCNY members will answer a single timely question: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” focusing on a specific topic that is relevant to our audience.

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      Campana & Schott is a forward-thinking international management consultancy dedicated to enabling transformations across the Life Sciences industry. From Data Science and Digital to Personalized Medicine and Sustainability we enable our clients to drive value across the entire value chain. Combining American entrepreneurship with German precision, we deliver innovative, tailored solutions with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and measurable outcomes. We work closely with our clients as true partners, helping them navigate complex transformations and achieve lasting impact.

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