AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHeat & Water Crisis: A new extreme heatwave is tightening across Europe, with the Danube running at historic lows and disrupting shipping and industry; Hungary says its Paks nuclear plant will shut next week due to insufficient cooling water. EU Economy: Eurostat reports euro area GDP grew 0.4% quarter-on-quarter in Q2, beating expectations, though Ireland’s multinational-driven volatility still distorts the headline picture. Cash Still Sticks Around: Despite the ECB stopping new issuance, more than €100bn in €500 notes remains in circulation across the euro area. Schengen Under Strain: Italy has provisionally suspended Schengen free movement with Spain at maritime and air borders after the Ceuta migrant surge, reintroducing controls citing national security. Austria in the Mix: Inland waterway freight shows Austria’s international transport share is among the highest in the EU, highlighting how low-water conditions can hit cross-border logistics fast. Sports & Culture: Real Madrid’s Vinícius contract standoff is back in focus, while Austria’s Alps tourism narrative continues to spotlight “slowing down” as a local way of life.
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