One company for all of Europe. The dispute over "EU Inc" continues.

The lack of uniform regulations is seen as a major barrier to attracting investments in Europe. A proposed EU law would allow companies to operate across member states without separate subsidiaries, aiming to boost economic growth by 3.3% over the next decade. However, key provisions were removed during negotiations, including a unified trade register and simplified bankruptcy procedures for startups. The compromise must now be approved by the European Parliament, where disagreements over employee rights persist. Some member states fear that the new structure could lead to local companies avoiding registration in their home countries, while unions worry about weakening workers' rights.