According to Eurostat data released on Tuesday, public spending on education in the European Union represented 4.7% of GDP in 2023, unchanged from 2022, with Romania ranking last among EU member states.
The euro area recorded an €8.60 billion surplus in trade in goods with the rest of the world in June 2026, more than doubling from €4.80 billion in June 2025, according to first estimates published by Eurostat.
Eurostat data confirms that coal dropped to 9.2% of EU electricity in 2025, surpassed by solar energy in 2024, marking the second year it has not been among the top five sources. Portugal was a pioneer in phasing out this fossil fuel.
Athens Mayor Haris Doukas described the inability of nearly half of Greeks to afford summer holidays as a 'deep social problem,' citing Eurostat data indicating that 46.6% of citizens cannot take even a short vacation.
For the fifth consecutive year, Poland has maintained its position as the European Union's sixth-largest economy, with Eurostat's final 2025 data indicating the country accounts for nearly 5% of the bloc's total nominal economic size.
Montenegro's gross monthly minimum wage remained below 1,000 euros in the second half of 2026, with Eurostat data for July showing it at 670 euros. The article notes that the minimum wage has not changed.
According to Eurostat data, Poland is projected to be the sixth-largest economy in the European Union in 2025, surpassing countries like Belgium, Sweden, and Ireland, while maintaining its position as a clear leader in Central and Eastern Europe.
Eurostat data for 2025 estimates the EU economy at 18.8 trillion euros, with Germany maintaining its position as the largest economy, while also detailing Romania's economic contribution to the bloc.
According to Eurostat data, North Macedonia and Romania have demonstrated the most significant progress in purchasing power standards, with North Macedonia ranking ahead of several EU member states.
Lithuania is among European countries where housing prices have risen fastest over the past decade, with 'Eurostat' data showing a 168% increase in housing prices and an 88% rise in rental prices since 2015.
Eurostat reports that more than a quarter, or 27.5%, of the European Union population aged 16 and over could not afford a one-week annual holiday away from home last year.
Cyprus's annual consumer inflation rate is estimated to have slightly eased to 4 percent in July 2026, a minor decrease from the 4.1 percent recorded in June 2026, according to preliminary Eurostat data.
Eurostat data indicates that in 2025, 27.5 percent of the EU population aged 16 and older could not afford a one-week annual holiday, with over one-third of Serbians facing the same financial constraint.
A new report indicates that Estonia's working life could stretch to 45 years as lifespans rise, with Eurostat projecting Estonians could live to 85 within the next 50 years, necessitating multiple career changes.
According to Eurostat data, real household income per capita in the EU saw a slight increase of 0.1%, but real household consumption in the Eurozone remained stable, showing no growth between January and March 2026.
Data from Eurostat reveals that Bulgarians spend less time in the workforce before retirement compared to the European average, with 34.6 years in working age versus the EU's 37.5 years.
The European Commission has fined Google €890 million ($1 billion) for abusing its market dominance by favoring its own apps over rivals, a decision that risks angering the US. Google has stated that the EU law harms consumers and businesses.
Eurostat data reveals that Romania is among the EU member states experiencing the largest annual increases in fuel prices. Prices for fuels and lubricants have significantly risen compared to June of the previous year.
Official Eurostat data for the first quarter of 2026 shows a significant decrease in Greece's public debt, both as a percentage of GDP and in absolute numbers, placing Greece first in the EU for this reduction.
Eurostat data shows that Latvia's general government budget deficit in the first quarter of this year was smaller relative to its GDP compared to the average across the European Union.
Eurostat data shows that the EU average is 15.7 judges per 100,000 inhabitants, while North Macedonia has 20.1. Croatia and Slovenia have the highest ratios within the EU.
Eurostat data reveals that Bulgaria is among the top three EU countries with the highest annual increase in the cost of living in June, while the National Statistical Institute reported monthly increases.
Eurostat announced that EU inflation fell to 2.9 percent in June, with the Czech Republic having the second-lowest rate, and also reported the average expected working life in the EU is 37.5 years.
A Eurostat report indicates that Cyprus remains below the EU average for basic digital skills among young people, but records the bloc's largest gender gap in favor of young women.
Eurostat data from Booking.com and Airbnb platforms identifies European countries where tourists are still a rarity, offering alternatives to overcrowded destinations like Croatia during the summer.
According to Eurostat statistics, the Czech Republic ranks last in the European Union for electricity production from renewable sources, with its share in the first quarter being 12.7 percent, the lowest in the EU and less than in previous years.
Cyprus recorded 3,211 hospital beds in 2024, the highest number in a decade, yet it still lags behind the EU average with 329 beds per 100,000 inhabitants, according to Eurostat figures.
A comparison of Eurostat data for seven popular European tourist countries reveals the most affordable summer destinations, highlighting price differences and Greece's position.
The number of Ukrainians granted temporary protection in Cyprus has increased to 25,490 in May, up from 24,880 in April, according to Eurostat figures.
Cyprus' tourism industry in 2025 remained heavily concentrated in the summer, with Eurostat figures showing August and July as the busiest periods for overnight stays.
The European Union saw a notable rebound in the trade of rare earth elements during 2025, with total imports rising by 17.1 percent to reach 15,100 tonnes, according to a Eurostat report.
Rental costs in Cyprus maintained their upward trajectory in the opening months of 2026, with house prices also increasing, according to data released by Eurostat.
Inflation in the Eurozone significantly decreased to 2.8% in June, marking the first decline in five months. This moderation was largely attributed to easing energy prices, though some countries like Cyprus saw inflation rise.
Official Eurostat statistics indicate a widespread reduction in the European Union's livestock populations throughout 2025, suggesting a potential contraction for the farming sector.
Data from Eurostat and the European Environment Agency indicates that several European countries face serious problems with the extent of water extraction, with one country potentially being the first in Europe to run out of drinking water.
New Eurostat data highlights significant differences in working hours across European countries, with some populations working nearly eight hours more per week than others, attributed to factors like collective labor agreements.
New Eurostat data shows significant variations in consumer prices across Europe, from Iceland to North Macedonia. The report details where everyday goods and services cost the most and least, emphasizing that prices alone don't tell the full story.
Eurostat data reveals a growing trend of people living alone within the European Union. The number of single-person households is on the rise across EU member states.
Fuel prices in Cyprus for vehicles increased by 20.5 percent between May 2025 and May 2026, according to Eurostat data, with a sharp rise noted after a specific international event.
The euro area recorded a trade in goods deficit of €1 billion in April 2026, a significant reversal from the €8.7 billion surplus in April 2025, according to Eurostat figures.
New Eurostat figures for 2025 show Cyprus as a leader in protecting young people from severe material and social deprivation, recording a rate of just two percent for this demographic.
Eurostat data indicates that Hungarian children spend an average of three hours daily in front of screens, which is above the EU average, with screen time increasing for those who start using devices at a younger age.
Eurostat reports that EU inflation reached 3.3% in May 2026, with Romania recording the highest rate at 9.7%, making it the "champion of price increases" within the bloc.
Living costs in Europe are rising again, with Eurostat's latest estimate showing eurozone inflation accelerating to 3.2 percent in May, primarily pushed up by higher prices for services and energy.
Romania has fallen to the last position in the European Union regarding the number of vacant job positions, with the EU's overall job vacancy rate at 2.1% in the first quarter of 2026.
According to the latest Eurostat data, Romania recorded the highest rate of early school leaving in the European Union in 2025, with approximately one in six young people aged 18 to 24 having abandoned their studies.
Cyprus is among the EU member states experiencing a decline in agricultural input costs for the first quarter of 2026, according to Eurostat data, reflecting a broader European trend of falling farm output prices.
According to Eurostat data, EU enterprises involved in international goods trade are predominantly import-focused, with 21.3% operating as import-only traders. The construction sector is noted as a leader in this trend.
Cyprus's apparent cost of government debt increased to 2% in 2025, while the majority of its debt continued to be denominated in euros, aligning with broader Eurostat figures for the euro area.
Eurostat reported that Greece's inflation rate jumped to 5% in May, significantly higher than the Eurozone average of 3.2%, with the OECD indicating Greece leads in this economic challenge.
Thousands of Albanians have taken to the streets in protest against the government, citing corruption, inadequate healthcare, and controversial plans for a luxury resort by the Trump family.
Cyprus maintained stronger economic growth than both the euro area and the European Union in the first quarter of 2026, despite a slight slowdown from the previous quarter, according to Eurostat estimates.
Greece achieved more than double the EU's growth rate in the first quarter of the year, with its GDP increasing by a resilient 2% despite the conflict in the Gulf, according to ELSTAT and Eurostat data.
A Eurostat analysis highlights drastic differences in net wages across Europe, with Luxembourg leading. However, the gap narrows when living costs and family benefits are considered, altering the country rankings.
Greece has recorded an inflation rate of 5% in May, up from 4.6% in April, making it the third most expensive country in the Eurozone according to Eurostat's preliminary estimates.
Lithuania's unemployment rate reached 7.1% in April, marking a 0.1 percentage point increase from the previous month and exceeding the EU average, according to Eurostat.
Zaposleni v EU so lani v povprečju opravili 35,9 delovne ure na teden, kar je bilo eno uro manj kot desetletje pred tem, je objavil evropski statistični urad Eurostat.
Eurostat data reveals that only 17.3% of Romanians aged 25-74 have higher education, the lowest percentage in the EU alongside Italy, which is half the European average of 34.3%.
Eurostat data reveals that the average number of hours worked per week by EU employees decreased to 35.9 hours in 2025 from 36.9 hours in 2015. The article discusses this trend and Romania's place within it.
Eurostat data reveals that 316,000 tonnes of pesticides were sold in the European Union in 2024, marking an 8% increase compared to 2023 and reversing a previous downward trend.
According to Eurostat data, fuel prices rose in most EU member states in April, but Romania saw one of the smallest increases for diesel and a decrease for gasoline.
Ireland's electricity prices are the highest in the EU, according to Eurostat findings for the second half of 2025, prompting an exploration into the contributing factors.
Cyprus' population reached 982,966 last year, according to Eurostat figures, marking an almost 34% increase over the past two decades and nearing the one million mark.
Eurostat has released its inflation data for April, revealing diverse rates across the European Union. The report confirmed Greece's inflation at 4.6% and highlighted Romania as having the highest inflation in the EU at 9.5%.
A new Eurostat survey reveals that young people in Cyprus live with their parents until an average age of 27, slightly older than the EU average of 26.
A Eurostat report indicates that migration remains a top political agenda item in European states, with public opinion divided, primarily along lines of origin.
Recent Eurostat data indicates that one in three Portuguese citizens over the age of 16 lacks the financial capacity to afford a week-long vacation away from home.
The number of Ukrainians under temporary protection in the EU increased by over 24,000 in a month, according to Eurostat data from late June. However, Poland recorded a decrease for the second consecutive month, with over 10,000 fewer beneficiaries.
According to Eurostat data, Cyprus had the eighth highest percentage of firefighters in the EU in 2025, with 1,200 firefighters accounting for 0.24 percent of the country's total employment.
Poland's nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reached 922.9 billion in 2025, positioning it as the 6th largest economy in the European Union, surpassing countries like Belgium and Sweden, according to recent Eurostat data.
Retail sales in the Eurozone unexpectedly shrank by 0.3% month-on-month in June, despite a 0.7% year-on-year increase. This decline follows a rise in retail sales in Hungary during the same period.
The European Union's gross domestic product reached €18.8 trillion, with Cyprus contributing 0.2% to the total economic output in 2025, according to Eurostat figures.
New Eurostat data for the second half of 2026 reveals significant differences in minimum wage levels across Europe, with Bosnia and Herzegovina's standing also highlighted.
Eurostat data for 2025 confirms that one in three Portuguese citizens cannot afford to take a one-week vacation away from home, a statistic highlighted in the Assembly of the Republic.
Poland's minimum wage is among the highest in the European Union when adjusted for living costs, according to Eurostat data. The minimum wage is set to be 4806 PLN from January 1, 2026.
Eurostat data shows a significant slowdown in inflation in Greece, reaching 2.7% in July, the first month of the government's agreement with industry and supermarkets to stabilize retail prices, despite renewed crisis in the Persian Gulf.
Eurostat data reveals that approximately 27.5% of the European Union population aged over 16 could not afford a one-week vacation away from home last year.
Rapid increases in real estate prices across Eastern and Southeastern Europe have benefited existing homeowners but disadvantaged potential buyers, especially younger generations, according to Eurostat.
According to Eurostat, Albania has the fourth-highest rate of premature deaths due to air pollution in Europe, with 129 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants, despite not having a large industrial economy.
Air transport prices in Cyprus decreased in June, contrasting with a general rise in average air fares across the European Union, according to Eurostat figures.
Poland saw 44 million overnight stays in short-term rentals last year, with Warsaw accounting for 5.41 million, the highest among Polish cities, according to Eurostat data, while Łódź experienced the largest growth at 23 percent.
While not the cheapest Mediterranean destination, Cyprus remains more affordable than many popular rivals for key holiday expenses like hotel rooms and dining out, according to recent Eurostat data.
New Eurostat data on household debt across Europe challenges traditional North-South stereotypes, revealing unexpected patterns in which countries have the most indebted households.
Poland, alongside Finland and Bulgaria, is among the European Union countries with the highest increase in public debt relative to GDP at the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to Eurostat data.
Eurostat data reveals significant disparities in non-financial corporate debt across EU member states, with seven countries exceeding the European Commission's warning threshold of 85% of GDP.
Eurostat data reveals that Romania is among the EU countries with the highest number of judges per capita. The report, released on International Criminal Justice Day, also shows a decrease in the EU average over the past nine years.
The dropout rate for Icelandic students in secondary education has remained stagnant this decade and is now the highest within Europe, according to Eurostat data.
Cyprus recorded a steady industrial output in May 2026, contrasting with a broader downturn observed across the euro area and the European Union, according to official Eurostat data. The seasonally adjusted industrial production in Cyprus demonstrated resilience amidst regional economic shifts.
Official Eurostat data indicates that Iceland has the highest dropout rate among 18-24 year olds in secondary education within the EU, with a notable increase in women leaving their studies.
New Eurostat data reveals that Cyprus recorded one of the widest gaps in the European Union regarding home energy efficiency improvements between vulnerable and better-off households in 2025.
Euronews Business analyzed Eurostat data to compare price levels for various products and services across seven popular European tourist destinations, focusing on the cost of food, drinks, and hotels.
Eurostat reported that seasonally adjusted services production in the euro area rose by 0.7% and in the EU by 0.3% in April 2026, with Bulgaria and Greece recording the highest monthly growth.
Eurostat figures released on Friday show that employment in Cyprus’ cultural sector reached 4.3% of total employment in 2025, matching the European Union average, with approximately 21,900 people employed.
Cyprus recorded a 3.8 percent increase in house sales in 2025, according to Eurostat data, following a minor decline in the previous year, indicating a return to growth in the housing market.
Romania ranks first in the European Union for the highest labor taxation, with the state collecting over 40% of salary income in taxes and contributions, according to Eurostat.
Cyprus saw 1,711,525 guest nights booked through online short-term rental platforms during the fourth quarter of 2025, indicating continued strong demand for such accommodation, according to Eurostat data.
Cyprus saw its share of electricity generation from renewable sources reach 36.88 per cent in May, continuing a steady increase over the first five months of the year, according to Eurostat data.
Eurostat data for 2025 confirm a decade-long decline in livestock populations across the EU, with pigs, cattle, sheep, and goats reaching new lows, as the EU prepares its Livestock Strategy.
According to Eurostat price level indices, North Macedonia is the cheapest country in Europe for consumer goods and services, while Iceland is the most expensive, compared to the EU average.
Eurostat data reveals that electricity remains the primary power source for the EU services sector, with consumption increasing to 4,971 petajoules in 2024 from 4,886 petajoules in 2023.
Eurostat data reveals that Hungary has the second-highest increase in housing construction costs within the EU over the past decade, indicating a challenging trend for the country's real estate sector.
Data from Eurostat indicates that 16.5% of people in the European Union lived in single-person households last year, with Scandinavian and Baltic countries showing the highest rates.
The European Union recorded a significant trade surplus of €186.6 billion with the United Kingdom in 2025, with EU exports to the UK reaching €345.3 billion, according to a Eurostat report.
Eurostat data reveals that 14.7% of young people aged 15-29 in Greece face severe material and social deprivation, significantly higher than the EU average of 5.8%.
Eurostat data for 2025 shows that the pension replacement rate in Croatia is only 37%, meaning the average pension covers just over a third of a worker's pre-retirement salary, leading more people to build private retirement plans.
SYRIZA claims that Eurostat data for May refutes the Mitsotakis government's narrative of a strong economy benefiting all citizens. The party highlights Greece's last-place position in Europe for certain economic indicators.
Bulgaria has shown the largest improvement in well-being among EU countries in 2025, with actual individual consumption increasing by 4 points last year to reach 77% of the EU average, according to preliminary Eurostat data.
Bulgaria ranked first in the Eurozone and second in the EU for the growth of hourly wage costs in the first quarter of 2026, with an annual increase of 13.2%, according to Eurostat data.
Greece achieved one of the most impressive performances in the European Union, recording a 23.2% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions between 2015 and 2025, according to new Eurostat data.
Cyprus maintained a consistent job vacancy rate of 2.8 percent during the first quarter of 2026, matching its performance in the final quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat figures.
The European Union has officially launched accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, opening the first cluster of chapters for both countries. This marks a significant step in their path towards EU membership, with officials from both nations expressing commitment to the process.
Eurostat data indicates a decrease in asylum applications from minors in Portugal, positioning the country among those with less pressure on their asylum system.
European Union households consumed 9.54 million terajoules of energy in 2024, a slight decrease from 2023, marking a three-year continuous decline in residential energy use, according to Eurostat data.
Cyprus recorded increases in labor productivity during the first quarter of 2026, surpassing the overall European Union average in terms of output per employed person, according to Eurostat figures.
New Eurostat data reveals that workers in Greece logged the longest hours in the European Union in 2025 while earning among the lowest wages in the eurozone, highlighting a persistent gap between labor input and pay.
Eurostat data reveals that Greeks work more hours than most Europeans, debunking the myth of 'lazy Greeks,' yet they continue to face a significant wage gap compared to other EU countries.
Eurostat reports indicate a clear regression in the EU's protection of water and terrestrial life, with Portugal facing structural challenges in land management that threaten its 2030 Agenda goals.
Citizens in Albania have continued protests, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and expressing widespread discontent with the government. Meanwhile, EU officials reiterated that the accession process for Western Balkan countries is merit-based.
According to the latest Eurostat data for 2024, Albania has the highest level of severe material and social deprivation in Europe, with 35% of its population unable to afford rent, bills, or holidays.
Cyprus' annual inflation rate rose to an estimated 3.7 percent in May 2026, up from 3 percent in April, according to Eurostat's flash estimate for the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP). This increase placed Cyprus above the euro area average.
Annual inflation in the Eurozone rose to 3.2% in May, reinforcing expectations for an interest rate hike by the European Central Bank. This increase marks the first time inflation has topped 3.0% since 2023, with some countries like Lithuania and Greece seeing higher rates.
Bulgaria's unemployment rate decreased to 2.8% in April, making it the lowest in the Eurozone, according to Eurostat. This represents a drop from 2.9% in February and March, and a 0.5% decrease year-on-year.
The EU has stated it will not act as a neutral mediator between Ukraine and Russia, with Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas asserting that Europe stands with Ukraine and that Russia is on the defensive. The EU also reiterated its opposition to the presence of Russian troops in Georgia and Moldova.
Romanians worked an average of 35.9 hours per week in 2025, placing them fourth in the EU for the number of hours worked by full-time and part-time employees aged 20 to 64.
Eurostat reported that the proportion of the Italian population at risk of poverty remains stable this year at 18.6%, which is above the EU average of 16.5%.
According to official Eurostat and ELSTAT data for April 2026, Greece is experiencing an 'inflationary nightmare', challenging the government's narrative of economic success.
Romanians frequently encounter two different inflation figures each month, one from the National Institute of Statistics (INS) and another from Eurostat, leading to confusion. The article explains the reasons behind these differing statistics.
German political figures, including CDU leader Friedrich Merz, have proposed a new 'associate membership' status for Ukraine and a privileged status for Western Balkan countries to accelerate their integration into the European Union.
Eurostat announced that the current Bydgoszcz-Toruń statistical sub-region (NUTS 3) will be divided into two separate areas from 2027, leading to individual data reporting for Bydgoszcz and Toruń.
Cyprus experienced the second-steepest fall in business bankruptcy declarations across the EU in the second quarter of 2026, with filings decreasing by 41.7 percent. Eurostat noted that this significant percentage was amplified by the island's relatively small number of cases.
Lithuania's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.7% in the second quarter of this year compared to the previous quarter, marking one of the fastest growth rates among European Union member states, according to Eurostat.
Cyprus experienced a 1.3 percent drop in industrial output in June 2026, contrasting with stable production across the broader euro area, according to Eurostat.
Eurostat data indicates that nearly a quarter of citizens in North Macedonia smoke, with 16.5% of people aged 16 or older in the EU using tobacco or related products daily in 2025.
Poland's nominal GDP has reached 922.9 billion euros, making it the sixth-largest economy in the EU and on track to surpass Switzerland, according to new Eurostat data.
Eurostat data indicates that Romania allocated only EUR 18.8 per inhabitant to Research and Development in 2025, a figure lower than that recorded in 2015.
Industrial production prices in Bulgaria surged by 17.1% year-on-year in June, marking the third consecutive month that the country has seen the fastest growth in the entire European Union, according to Eurostat data.
Industrial producer prices in Cyprus increased by 0.3 percent in June, following a significant 3.2 percent gain recorded in May 2026, according to a Eurostat report.
Hybrid technology cars accounted for over 50% of passenger car registrations in Greece in 2025, according to Eurostat data, demonstrating a growing preference among Greek drivers for these vehicles.
Eurostat figures for 2025 show that over one-third of people in Cyprus are buying event tickets online, indicating a growing trend in digital purchasing for concerts and other events.
According to Eurostat data, Albania remains among the European countries with the lowest obesity rates, with 12.6% of its adult population classified as obese.
Preliminary July inflation estimates from Eurostat and DZS for Croatia show encouraging signs, prompting a review of fiscal receipt data which indicates tourism's strong performance but raises questions about the trade sector.
Eurostat data reveals that over 6 in 10 Romanians and 53% of Albanian families cannot afford a one-week annual vacation. This highlights significant disparities in living standards and leisure opportunities across Europe.
Eurostat reports that more than a third of Serbia's population cannot afford a one-week annual vacation. This highlights economic challenges faced by a significant portion of the country's residents.
Cyprus recorded 0.21 deaths per 100,000 people due to viral hepatitis in 2023, significantly lower than the EU average of 0.64 deaths per 100,000, according to Eurostat data.
Eurostat figures indicate a modest rise in construction output across the euro area and the European Union during May 2026, with seasonally adjusted production growing by 0.4 per cent in the euro area and 0.3 per cent across the EU.
A Eurostat report indicates that Cyprus had one of the lowest rates of precision farming adoption in the EU in 2023, with only about 1 percent of farms utilizing such technology.
Greece led the European Union in public debt reduction during the first quarter of 2026, decreasing its debt-to-GDP ratio by 9.4 percentage points year-over-year, according to Eurostat data.
Despite recent economic growth, Albania allocates a significant portion of its financial resources to food, with expenditures reaching 20.4% of its economy, a record high in Europe according to Eurostat data.
Greece has achieved the largest reduction in public debt across Europe, with its debt-to-GDP ratio falling to 143.5%, according to Eurostat data. This performance positions Greece as a leader in fiscal improvement.
Contrary to stereotypes, Eurostat data for 2025 reveals that households in the wealthy northern EU countries, specifically the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden, are the most indebted.
New Eurostat data reveals a significant decrease in trust among young Danes compared to previous generations, prompting warnings from experts about potential societal implications.
Eurostat has confirmed Greece's inflation rate at 3.9% for June, while the Eurozone average stands at 2.8%. Romania, Lithuania, and Bulgaria recorded the highest inflation rates within the EU.
Eurostat data indicates that Croatia has become more expensive than Greece and Spain for tourists, with a bottle of water costing up to 3.5 euros. High prices are a primary complaint among visitors to Croatia.
Albania has consistently faced a negative migration balance over the past 35 years, with more people leaving than returning. Eurostat data indicates that 1.8 million residents emigrated from Albania between 1990 and 2025.
Eurostat forecasts indicate that over seven out of ten regions in the European Union will experience population decline by 2050, with regions along Poland's eastern border among those facing the fastest depopulation.
According to Eurostat data, Iceland is projected to have the highest dropout rate among high school students within the European Union by 2025. This statistic highlights a significant challenge in the country's education system.
Albania has lost nearly a quarter of its population since the early 2000s, marking the most significant demographic contraction among European countries, according to Eurostat data.
The European Union's population was estimated at 452 million on January 1, 2026, an increase of 706,000 from the previous year, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth despite a negative natural increase.
According to Eurostat data for 2025, real estate sales decreased in only three EU member states: Croatia, Bulgaria, and Poland, with Croatia experiencing a 4.1% drop in transactions.
Preliminary Eurostat data indicates a shift in the European Union's energy mix in 2025, with natural gas and renewable energy showing growth while coal and petroleum use declined.
Housing pressure remains intense in Greece, with rents continuing to rise faster than in most European countries. Latest Eurostat data ranks Greece third in the EU for rent increases.
Inflation in the eurozone slowed in June, driven by significantly milder increases in energy and food prices, according to preliminary data from Eurostat.
Professional organizations are urging the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH) to thoroughly investigate the circumstances behind erroneous income statistics and to remove poverty indicators based on these flawed data from Eurostat and KSH databases.
Eurostat announced it will recalculate Portugal's GDP per capita following a revision by the Portuguese National Statistics Institute (INE). This adjustment by the EU's statistical office comes after INE updated its figures for the country.
New Eurostat data reveals significant differences in consumer prices for everyday products and services across Europe, from Iceland to North Macedonia, highlighting variations in the cost of living.
Data from the National Institute of Statistics, based on Eurostat calculations for 2025, confirms that Romania offers the cheapest food in Europe, particularly noticeable for tourists.
Residential construction prices in Cyprus have soared to their highest recorded level in 2025, according to new Eurostat data. This increase mirrors a broader trend of rising building costs observed across the European Union over the past decade.
Despite a widespread housing crisis, Eurostat data indicates that a third of EU residents live in homes with surplus space, with significant differences observed between countries, and Croatia ranking low in unused apartments.
According to Eurostat, Greece recorded the second largest decrease in diesel fuel prices among the 27 European Union member states between April and May.
A Eurostat report indicates that younger internet users across the European Union were the most frequent recipients of hostile or degrading online content in 2025.
Eurostat reported significant variations in household consumption prices across EU countries last year, ranging from 63% to 140% of the EU average, with Denmark recording the highest prices and Bulgaria the lowest.
A professor discusses why Lithuania has one of the shortest average life expectancies in the EU, according to Eurostat, and explores the roles of genetics versus daily choices in longevity.
Eurostat has reported that inflation in Greece reached 4.9% in May, while the Eurozone's inflation rate stood at 3.2% for the same period. These figures highlight differing economic pressures across the region.
Cyprus recorded a 3.7% year-on-year increase in hourly labor costs during the first quarter of 2026, surpassing the 3.2% average rise in the euro area, according to Eurostat figures.
A former Latvian swimming champion and instructor, Inga Amerika, warns that alcohol and water recreation are incompatible, citing Eurostat data showing Latvia had the highest male drowning mortality rate in the EU in 2022.
Twelve Israeli companies participating in the Eurosatory defense exhibition near Paris had their stands closed on the first day of the event, about a year after a similar incident at an aeronautics show.
Cyprus is performing strongly in the European labor market, with Eurostat figures revealing a significant increase in employment during the opening months of 2026.
Eurostat data reveals that Romanian women are increasingly drawn to technical sectors, with six out of ten employees in technology and research being women, placing Romania among the top European countries for female representation in these fields.
Eurostat data reveals that Romania leads the European Union in the average cost of government public debt, which has either slightly increased or remained stable across most EU member states between 2024 and 2025.
Employment in the European Union's green economy has consistently grown by an average of 6 percent per year since 2014, reaching 5.8 million full-time equivalents by 2023, according to Eurostat data.
Retail trade volume in Cyprus declined by 1 percent in April 2026, according to Eurostat data. This downturn reverses a previous growth trend for the Cypriot market.
According to Eurostat, women in Cyprus constituted 51.8% of all individuals employed in science and technology in 2025, placing the country just below the EU average but still among those with a female majority in the sector.
Greece achieved more than double the EU's growth rate in the first quarter of the year, with its GDP rising by 2% despite global conflicts, according to data from ELSTAT and Eurostat.
While retail trade in the Eurozone saw a slight monthly decrease but annual growth in April, Slovakia's retail sector significantly lagged behind the average, according to Eurostat data.
Inflation in the Eurozone continued its upward trend in May, reaching 3.2% annually, with Bulgaria experiencing nearly double that rate. Preliminary Eurostat data indicates that rising energy prices remain the primary driver behind the persistent increase.
New Eurostat data reveals that 971,255 Ukrainian citizens held temporary protection status in Poland in April, with Germany hosting the highest number in the EU at 1,274,955.
Eurostat data released for Global Day of Parents indicates that single-parent households with children accounted for 10.2% of households in Cyprus in 2025, compared to an EU average of approximately 6.1 million.
Iceland has once again been declared the most expensive country in the world, with living costs exceeding those in Switzerland, according to data from Eurostat and the Central Bank of Iceland.
According to Eurostat data, Greece has recorded a new unfortunate first, with its citizens working the most hours per week in the EU, averaging 39.6 hours. This highlights a significant workload for Greek employees compared to other member states.
Finland has seen an almost 11% increase in assaults on women, making it the second most violent country for women in the EU in 2024, according to Eurostat.
The Director of Montstat anticipates the closure of the statistics chapter by year-end and awaits Eurostat's confirmation to publish public debt data based on a new methodology, possibly without questions on nationality, religion, and language.
A Eurostat report indicates that the European Union's trade gap in recyclable raw materials widened in 2025, with imports significantly exceeding exports to non-EU countries. The net import volume grew, highlighting a distinct trade imbalance.
Eurostat reports a modest monthly recovery in construction output across the European Union in March 2026, while local data indicates continued expansion in Cyprus's building sector despite rising material costs.
Eurostat's updated poverty statistics indicate that Hungary has seen the third-largest decline in the proportion of its population at risk of poverty in the EU over the past decade.