Question 1

Which European country, besides Romania, is projected to have notably low inflation below 1% in 2024, according to EY's European Economic Outlook?

Accepted Answer

Denmark

Question 2

As of June 2026, what is the projected average headline inflation rate for the euro area for the year 2026, according to the European Central Bank's baseline scenario?

Accepted Answer

3.0%

Question 3

The Digital Services Act (DSA), which became fully applicable in EU member states on February 17, 2024, aims to create a safer and more predictable online environment. Which of the following is a primary objective of the DSA?

Accepted Answer

To protect fundamental rights and user safety online

Question 4

In response to the energy crisis and to accelerate the transition to clean energy, the REPowerEU Plan aims to achieve several goals. Which of the following is NOT a stated goal of the REPowerEU Plan?

Accepted Answer

Increase reliance on Russian fossil fuels

Question 5

According to the IMF's Regional Economic Outlook for Europe (October 2024), what is a key factor dampening the near-term economic outlook for Europe?

Accepted Answer

Uncertainty about persistent core inflation and geopolitical conflicts

Question 6

The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) designates certain large digital platforms as 'gatekeepers'. As of September 2023, how many companies were identified as 'gatekeepers' under the DMA, with their services considered 'core platform services'?

Accepted Answer

Six

Question 7

Regarding venture capital in Europe, what trend was observed in the first quarter of 2024, according to data from ScaleMetrics?

Accepted Answer

A decrease in venture deal value and number of deals

Question 8

The European Central Bank (ECB) raised its key interest rates by 25 basis points in June 2026. What was the primary driver cited by the ECB for this decision?

Accepted Answer

Persistent inflation pressures from the Iran-related energy shock

Question 9

What is a key reform implemented under the EU Electricity Market Design Reform (2024) to protect consumers from price volatility?

Accepted Answer

Promoting long-term contracts like Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Contracts for Difference (CfDs)

Question 10

In 2024, the UK, France, and Germany were the leading countries in Europe for startup funding. Approximately what share of total funding to Europe's startups did the UK represent in 2024?

Accepted Answer

Around a third

Question 11

The European Commission's Fifth Annual Report on FDI screening in the EU (published October 2025) provides an overview of FDI trends in 2024. Which country retains its status as the top foreign investor in the EU, accounting for around 30% of acquisitions?

Accepted Answer

United States

Question 12

As of February 2024, the Digital Services Act (DSA) is fully applicable across all EU member states. What is a key obligation for organizations subject to the DSA?

Accepted Answer

To provide greater transparency on their services

Question 13

According to the Conference Board's long-term economic forecast (December 2024), what is the projected baseline Euro Area growth per year over the next fifteen years?

Accepted Answer

0.9%

Question 14

In the context of the EU's response to the energy crisis, which of the following is a key achievement mentioned in the State of the Energy Union Report 2024?

Accepted Answer

A reduction in Russian gas share in EU imports to 18% by June 2024

Question 15

The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) entered into force with substantial effects starting in March 2024. What is a primary aim of the DMA?

Accepted Answer

To ensure fair competition and contestability in the digital market

Question 16

What was the approximate total value of EU-US trade in goods and services in 2024, according to EU data?

Accepted Answer

€1.7 trillion

Question 17

In 2024, which sector led investment to Europe's startups, with over $11 billion invested, according to Crunchbase data?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare/Biotechnology

Question 18

According to the European Commission's 2024 Winter interim Economic Forecast, how is inflation set to trend in the EU?

Accepted Answer

To slow down faster than projected

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