Economic Report Dutch version
The first round election outcome is in line with expectations. Markets sigh in relief. Emmanuel Macron is now favourite to become the next French president. In the medium term risk of political gridlock is significant.
Column
Frankrijk kwam beter uit de crisis dan Nederland. Daar kunnen de onderhandelaars aan de formatietafel wat van leren: Herzie de schotten tussen pensioen- en woningvermogen.
Economic Comment
British Prime Minister Theresa May has called for snap elections to be held on 8 June. A victory for Ms. May seems likely at the moment, which would strengthen her Brexit mandate domestically, and her negotiation position with the EU.
Economic Report
Brexit has officially started since British Prime Minister Theresa May invoked Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon. The negotiations will be complex, difficult and time consuming and we foresee various roadblocks in the Brexit process.
Column
Het Brexit-proces is erbij gebaat dat betrokkenen elkaar met respect en begrip voor elkaars standpunt benaderen. Deze column licht toe waarom.
Special
The French elections are no done deal; while Macron seems to be ahead, Le Pen has a chance to win the presidency. All candidates have varying economic proposals to make France great again. Taking France out of the EU will be difficult for Le Pen.
