Standards

Krugman: Europe’s economic standing holds up against the United States Paul Krugman says Europe’s economic standing is stronger than often portrayed; he argues PPP-adjusted GDP per capita narrows the gap …

EU banking regulation reshaped by 2008 compromises, diluted capital rules, and protection for Landesbanken Post‑2008 compromises reshaped EU banking regulation: diluted capital rules, safeguards for Landesbanken, and a policy shift …

German building standards blamed for driving up costs and stalling housing construction, study finds Study says German building standards—from accessibility to energy rules—raise costs and slow housing construction; lawmakers consider …

BVerwG turkey farming ruling finds industry welfare standards insufficient BVerwG turkey farming ruling finds industry welfare standards inadequate, prompting nationwide enforcement questions and legal uncertainty for veterinarians. The Federal Administrative …