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Institute for Market Economics' Latchezar Bogdanov discussed global stock market tumbles following Trump's sweeping tariff announcements. He analyzed how fears of inflation and slowed growth caused the FTSE 100 to fall 1.5%, with the dollar hitting six-month lows while gold surged.

INESS warned against EU retaliatory tariffs, arguing they would worsen Europe's economic situation by making imports more expensive. The institute published "A New EU Innovation Policy," advocating for removing bureaucratic obstacles rather than state support for innovation to maintain economic growth and freedom.

Foundation for the Advancement of Liberty, collaborating with Epicenter, published "Europe at the Digital Crossroads" highlighting Europe's declining digital competitiveness. The study warned of funding shortages, rigid regulations, and market fragmentation hampering Europe's ability to compete with US and Chinese tech giants.

IBL's Serena Sileoni warned that Trump's tariffs create a "dangerous war in which everyone loses," causing economies to close and markets to distrust. She noted investors are fleeing America due to Trump's eccentric policies, calling retaliatory measures the most dangerous response.

Molinari Institute's Cécile Philippe, alongside nuclear expert Georges Sapy, argued that France's nuclear fleet positions it uniquely in Europe to host high-power AI data centers. They emphasized nuclear power's role in meeting growing digital energy demands without competing with other needs.

INESS's Radovan Durana explained how Trump's 25% steel and aluminum tariffs hurt American consumers by forcing them toward less competitive suppliers. He warned that tariffs create losses for the US economy while increasing production costs across industries.

IBL's Serena Sileoni analyzed the $33 billion withdrawal from US equity funds, connecting it to Trump administration uncertainty. She argued that markets are reacting not to Trump's economic agenda but to unpredictable decision-making and institutional instability affecting investor confidence.