Bloomberg Ireland imposed some of the most severe pandemic restrictions in Europe as countries across the region battle to overcome the virus. Non-essential stores and restaurants will be forced to close for at least six weeks, Prime Minister Micheal Martin said. Travel will be further restricted, with people told to stay within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of their home. Countries ...

Bloomberg Swiss watch exports extended their longest decline in about three years as the industry becomes even more dependent on the Chinese market. Shipments fall 12% to $1.76 billion in September, dropping an eighth consecutive month, according to the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry. Exports to China surged 79%, while falling almost everywhere else. China has been one of ...

Bloomberg Job vacancies in London’s finance industry slumped 54% in the third quarter compared to 2019 as uncertainty around coronavirus, Brexit and bank profits discouraged hiring. City firms were advertising 3,810 roles in the three months through September, according to data from recruitment firm Morgan McKinley. While this is a fraction of the opportunities available in previous years, the total ...