The ongoing European Parliament elections are one of the largest democratic events globally, involving nearly 400 million EU citizens, but they’re unlikely to have a major impact on markets. These elections, held every five years across the 27-member bloc, will elect members of the European Parliament (MEPs) who represent the interests of European citizens. This election is the first after Brexit and will see 720 MEPs, with some countries gaining additional seats. The initial results will be revealed on the evening of June 9, once all polling stations have closed. Key issues driving this election include defense and ... (full story)