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Euro zone business activity expanded at its weakest rate since the start of 2015 this month as growth paths diverged. But on the plus side, there was an unexpected surge from France. David Pollard reports.
German private sector growth eases slightly in June and French business activity slows as strikes add to demand woes, according to the latest purchasing manager data. David Pollard reports.
Business activity in the euro zone last month was not as robust as first thought, a survey shows, adding to signs the bloc's recovery remains on track but is struggling to gain momentum. Laura Frykberg reports.
Euro zone manufacturing activity accelerated at its fastest rate in nearly three years last month and inflationary pressures showed further signs of recovery, according to the latest readings on the economy. David Pollard reports.
Euro zone growth holds steady and inflation pips up, but a surprise fall in German retail sales raises questions over the bloc's recovery. And, as Ciara Lee reports, Japan's latest numbers point to even more weakness as central bank policymakers gather ahead of their policy announcement this week.