Productivity

What is productivity and why is Europe so desperate to crack it? Host Carmel Crimmins and European Economics Editor Mark John dive into a topic that has confounded policymakers and economists. Plus, a trip to the self-service checkout at the supermarket for a look at why technology doesn't always deliver on the productivity promise. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices