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On Thursday, 5 November, Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU, spoke at a discussion hosted by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Europe and the Federation of German Industries (BDI) on EU-US trade relations after the US midterms. Mr Lohan stressed that elections change the conversation, though not necessarily the outcomes. While the midterms shift power on Capitol Hill, he was not sure this would extend to transatlantic relations, certainly not in the short term. He noted the Turnberry Agreement has brought much-needed predictability, but the relationship remains volatile, with flashpoints ahead that could put stability at risk. The agreement should be solidified and built on, with a move from strategic autonomy to strategic complementarity that will resonate in Washington. Exploring new avenues for partnering where interests align is worthwhile for a $9.8 trillion relationship that employs over 16 million people on both sides of the Atlantic. Learn more about the latest EU-US trade developments in the Transatlantic Economy Pulse.

How are companies adjusting to an evolving transatlantic trade environment? In a year so far marked by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, The Transatlantic Economy Pulse identifies trade and investment trends between Europe and the US in the first half of 2026.

On Wednesday, 21 October 2026, Thibaut L’Ortye, Chief Policy and Public Affairs Officer, AmCham EU, addressed MEPs with Brando Benifei, MEP (S&D, IT) and Chair, and Eva Maydell, MEP (EPP, BG) and Vice-Chair, European Parliament Delegation for relations with the United States. Taking place at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, he presented the latest trade and investment data alongside Daniel Hamilton, co-author of The Transatlantic Economy, stressing that behind the headlines lies the world’s most integrated economic relationship, worth around €8 trillion. He underlined that stability and predictability are essential, urging both sides to build on the Turnberry agreement. He also called for Europe’s industrial strategy to keep the Single Market open to investment. Read more in the latest Transatlantic Economy Pulse.