The EU is losing its edge in manufacturing to Asia and the US. The EU’s unity is an illusion, with deep divides on energy, immigration, and spending. It’s not a crisis, it’s an implosion.

Political Instability

Rising populism signals widespread dissatisfaction with EU leadership.

Countries like Hungary and Poland challenge Brussels, creating fractures within the bloc.

The EU’s unity is an illusion, with deep divides on energy, immigration, and spending. pic.twitter.com/oNFScZtwpM

— GoldSilver HQ (@GoldSilverHQ) December 18, 2024

Social Unrest

Widening inequality is fueling protests and strikes across France, Germany, and the UK.

Aging populations strain welfare systems, while youth unemployment remains alarmingly high.

Immigration policies have sparked social tensions and political divides. pic.twitter.com/7hXXKLUYtK

— GoldSilver HQ (@GoldSilverHQ) December 18, 2024

https://twitter.com/MichaelAArouet/status/1869287773750071564

🚨GERMAN ECONOMIC SITUATION IS NEAR DEPRESSION LEVELS🚨

ZEW Index of Current Economic Conditions fell to near the LOWEST ON RECORD.

This is in line with the bottom levels in the Great Financial Crisis.

All when the economy is heading for the 2nd STRAIGHT year of contraction. pic.twitter.com/lWDoe4ugnW

— Global Markets Investor (@GlobalMktObserv) December 18, 2024

🇬🇧 United Kingdom CBI Industrial Trends Orders (Dec) $GBP

Actual: -40 🔴
Expected: -22
Previous: -19

— PiQ (@PiQSuite) December 18, 2024