Europe Takes Aim at Deals Created to Escape Taxes

LONDON — American companies have plowed more money into the Netherlands than any other country in the world — for five years running.

Euro zone grows faster than expected in third quarter

(Reuters) - Euro zone economic growth was stronger than expected in the third quarter, preliminary data showed on Friday, as France beat market expectations and Germany steered clear of a recession.

ECB warned euro zone inflation, growth to be lower than expected

(Reuters) - Professional forecasters have cut their outlook for euro zone inflation and growth, underlining a trend that could prompt the European Central Bank to take more action to kick-start the region's flagging economy.

Euro zone industry output rises slightly in September

(Reuters) - Output at euro zone factories rose in September, lifted by machinery and energy, but the increase was slightly less than expected and highlighted how few cars and televisions Europeans are buying as the recovery falters.

European Stocks Extend Five-Week High as Vodafone Gains

European stocks rose, extending their highest level in more than five weeks, as companies from Vodafone (VOD) Group Plc to Henkel AG rallied on better-than-estimated financial results and improving forecasts.