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Business & Economy

Oct 2, 2026

Draghi's litmus test: the Single Market and capital markets still lag

Mario Draghi said that objecting to a true Single Market, capital market integration or joint debt means objecting to the EU's own objectives. EPIC's Draghi Implementation Index shows where delivery stands.

News & Analysis

Oct 1, 2026

Brussels weighs commissioners for candidates before they join the EU

Under draft plans, countries such as Montenegro and Albania could send a commissioner before they formally join. The Commission's enlargement package lands on 6 October.

The Europe Debate

Oct 1, 2026

Moldova is the Commission's best student, but still three points short

EPIC's Integration Readiness Index scores Moldova 5.87 out of 10 for 2025, up in each year of its series, yet about three points short of the Croatia 2011 benchmark.