The top four trends driving European policy in 2022
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on and prepare for what comes next. As we enter the third year of a global pandemic, it is clear that the effects of this crisis on the EU policy agenda are irrevocable.
The Decade of Disputes: No barriers to antitrust claims from corporate activists
An analysis of competition policy social conversation has found that news coverage around the topic of antitrust has created a network of online commentary relentlessly focussed on so-called big tech companies. Regardless of their involvement to the story of the day, coverage of high-profile tech companies is disproportionately skewed by a narrative that places these […]
Trade’s Turbulent Summer– Key Changes to EU’s Trade Team
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has appointed Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrowskis as Commissioner-designate for Trade – one of the most powerful portfolios within the institution. FTI Consulting’s trade team – led by Senior Advisor John Clancy – argues that this shows Europe strengthening its trade mandate – especially in the eyes […]
The Boeing-Airbus Dispute– European Business in the Firing Line
The Boeing-Airbus dispute is one of the longest sagas in international trade. Dating back to 2004, it is only now reaching its conclusion after years of claims and counterclaims. In the first of the cases (US v EU), the US Government has been recently authorized by the WTO to slap $7.5bn worth of tariffs on […]
Paying your fair share: How reputation is driving Europe’s tax debate
Gone are the days when tax was seen as a rather dry and technical process. It’s now driving news headlines and not good ones. Leaks and scandals are increasingly tarnishing and threatening the reputation of many global brands, multinational businesses and even countries. Austerity has emboldened policy makers to take action. It’s a vote winner. […]