Allianz Research

Powering ahead:
Global Wealth Report 2025

G7 summit in Japan could trigger new protectionism phase

As the G7 gathers in Japan this weekend, the US is championing outbound investment curbs on potentially sensitive technologies or the outsourcing of critical production as the next step to de-risk supply chains and reduce dependence on China. 

The Chinese challenge to the European automotive industry

The shift to battery electric vehicles is a game changer for the European automotive industry. Alternative energy vehicle sales reached a record-breaking 4.4mn units in 2022, representing 47% of all new vehicle registrations in Europe.