French labor unions faced a significant decline in participation during the October 2 nationwide strikes and protests, with attendance figures falling sharply compared to the September 18 demonstrations. According to the CGT union, approximately 600,000 protesters participated across France,...
The European Central Bank has issued an unprecedented recommendation urging households to maintain cash reserves at home as a precaution against major instability. In a study published this week, the ECB described banknotes as a "monetary airbag" capable of ensuring vital transactions when...