02/05/2024 (Agence Europe) – The economic situation of SMEs in the EU is set to deteriorate in the first half of 2024, according to the SME Business Climate Index published by SMEUnited on Tuesday 30 April. The index stands at 66.8 points, below the base value of 70 points. SMEs in the north of Europe are more affected than those in the south. High interest rates, geopolitical tensions, wage rises and high costs continue to worsen the situation, according toSMEUnited. To see the index,...