The Globalist

From Germany to the UK and Italy, populism tries to get the upper hand. Can it be contained?

How do the three countries compare on consumption and exports of wine?

Beppe Grillo’s Five Stars movement loses some of its lustre.

Is Renzi putting his personal electoral interests over those of his country? And will his gamble pay off?

Italy keeps investing itself in false hopes. No political leader can provide magic fixes.

Despite potential referendum loss, risk of new elections, bigger political upheaval or Italy leaving the euro is quite low.

What happens if one suddenly sees oneself as a character in a Marcel Proust novel?

Economically, Italy and Germany seem worlds apart. Why then are the two countries’ banks both facing a deep crisis?

The effects of Renzi’s reforms are problematic. They lead to more centralization — and don’t address the country’s real problems.

Germany will have to change its policies if it wants to avoid exit of other countries from the union.