The European ice cream market remains one of the largest. According to Eurostat, last year EU countries produced about 3.3 billion liters of ice cream, which is 2% more than the year before (3.2 billion liters).
The silver market remains under intense pressure after January’s record rally, with major banks warning: the upside potential is all but exhausted.
The European Commission has fined Chinese marketplace Temu 200 million euros after an extensive investigation that found dangerous children’s toys and faulty chargers on the platform.
Gold prices fell in Asian trading after a series of U.S. strikes on Iran supported oil prices and the dollar.
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel admitted that the conflict in Ukraine might end only in ten years and expressed hope that by that time Ukraine would retain its independence and sovereignty.
Resort real estate in Greece continues to rise in price, while the dynamics of prices remain heterogeneous depending on the segment and type of housing.
Shares of major cruise operators are rising noticeably amid a sharp drop in oil prices, which could significantly reduce their fuel costs.
The total volume of foreign direct investments in Moldova at the end of 2025 reached 5.4 billion euros, increasing by 2.6% compared to 2024.
French luxury department store chain Galeries Lafayette has closed its flagship store in China, admitting: the country’s luxury market is not what it was a decade ago.
Volvo Cars shares jumped more than 6% after the Swedish automaker got the green light from US authorities to import and sell connected cars. The decision was an important signal for the entire industry: Washington is increasing its control over digital technologies in cars, but Volvo managed to pass the test.
Switzerland has been recognized as the best country to move to in 2026. This follows from the annual Remitly Immigration Index study, which covered 82 states and assessed the quality of life on 34 indicators.
Engineering work on the creation of fortifications, including anti-tank ditches, barriers and long-term firing positions, continues near Odessa. This was reported by the Ukrainian media with reference to the Territorial Defense Forces of Ukraine South.
Uzbekistan, one of the world’s largest gold producers, resumed full-scale gold exports in April after a six-month hiatus.
Russia is changing the rules for importing goods from Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries from June 1, 2026, strengthening preliminary control over shipments and introducing mandatory electronic confirmation for importers.
Ferrari shares fell more than 6% after the unveiling of the Luce, the first all-electric car in the Italian brand’s history. The model premiered on Tuesday and deliveries are scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The Russian Volga brand, whose relaunch was announced a year ago, has revealed prices for new cars, saying sales will start in June.
The Cricova winery ended 2025 under pressure from rising costs: production costs increased, profitability declined, and sales growth failed to keep pace with higher production costs.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has recommended foreign citizens to leave Kiev and residents of the Ukrainian capital to stay away from the military and administrative infrastructure of the city.
On the COMEX, a division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, gold futures for delivery in August are trading at $4,598.35 per troy ounce, up 0.92% at the time of this commentary.
European stock exchanges went up sharply after the news about a possible deal between the US and Iran. Investors hope that the conflict will be at least partially frozen, which means lower risks for the global economy and the oil market.
