Single Market Competitiveness Published 07 October 2026

Bulding a 28th Regime: Consumers Mean Business

EU Inc. promises to make it easier for businesses to start and scale across Europe, and consumers stand to gain from a more competitive Single Market. That only holds if consumer trust is built in. Euroconsumers sets out a checklist covering transparency, reliable company information, and accountability so the 28th Regime delivers for everyone.

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