Bloomberg The Pulse: Merz on Russia, Europe’s Economy, UK Budget, France Unrest and Online Dating

A Bloomberg "The Pulse" program from Berlin covering political risk, European economic pressures, the UK budget, French social unrest and changes in online dating. The discussion includes an exclusive interview with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and interviews with economists and business leaders on investment, fiscal policy and market sentiment.

■ Politics and Europe
- Merz on Russia’s threat to Europe’s political order, Ukraine, transatlantic relations and China trade
- German investor conference and AI’s role in productivity and growth

■ UK budget and markets
- UK budget outlook, bank surcharge debate, fiscal responsibility and IPO/M&A activity
- European bond yields, AI trade sentiment and energy prices

■ France and online dating
- French unrest, banking-sector security, yields and reform outlook
- Match Group CEO on Gen Z dating habits, social features and AI use

This is suited to viewers tracking European politics, macroeconomic policy, financial markets and corporate strategy. It provides context on how leaders and investors are assessing near-term risks and investment conditions across Europe.