European GDP improved in the second quarter of 2026
GDP across the European Union rose by 0.5% in the second quarter of this year,…
European GDP improved in the second quarter of 2026
GDP across the European Union rose by 0.5% in the second quarter of this year, while the eurozone economy was…
Finland reported the highest unemployment rate in the EU in June 2026, of 10.5%
Finland continues to boast the highest unemployment rate in the European Union, recording a rate of 10.5% in June 2026,…
Close to a third of Danes stay connected to work while on holiday
Close to a third (30%) of Danish employees say that they continue to check emails or carry out work while…
Business confidence among German SMEs saw an increase in July
The business climate among small and medium-sized enterprises in Germany ‘improved noticeably’ in July, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME…
Luxembourg boasts the strongest retail purchasing power in Europe, says NIQ
Consumers in Luxembourg boast the highest retail purchasing power in Europe, at €12,518 per capita, almost 86% above the European…
Consumer confidence showed modest improvement in the Netherlands in July 2026
The consumer confidence index rose from -39 in June to -35 in the Netherlands in July, a modest improvement despite…
Business activity in the eurozone returned to positive growth in July
Business activity in the eurozone rose for the first time in four months in July 2026, supported by stronger manufacturing…
Decline in French birth rate more pronounced in smaller communities, says Insee
France saw a 14% decline in its birth rate between 2010 and 2022, and a further 11% drop between 2022…
Price of air fares across Europe has fluctuated ‘significantly’ since start of 2025
The price of air fares across Europe, as well as other related air transport costs, has fluctuated ‘significantly’ since January…
Europe-Data is taking a summer break
The Europe-Data team are taking a summer break between now and the end of July – it’s time for some much…