German experts sceptical about the role AI can play in economic growth
Economic experts in Germany are somewhat sceptical about the contribution artificial intelligence can make to economic growth, according to a…
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Eurozone output fell for the first time in 16 months in April 2026
The eurozone economy moved into contraction in April 2026 for the first time in 16 months, according to flash data…
Short-term effect of general election on Hungary’s economy could be limited, says ING
The decisive victory of the Tisza Party, led by Péter Magyar, in Hungary‘s general election at the weekend, means that…
Eurozone PMI falls to 50.7 in March, lowest level since June 2025
The eurozone private sector economy reported its weakest growth for nine months in March, amid growing cost pressures, according to…
Estonia’s economy grew by 0.6% last year
Estonia‘s economy grew by 0.6% in 2025, reaching €41.6 billion, with the country faring better last year than it did…
Consumer confidence decreased in Portugal in February 2026
The consumer confidence indicator decreased in Portugal in February, new data from INE, the Portuguese statistics body, has found. The…
Three quarters of EU citizens say their country has benefited from being part of the European Union
Some three quarters (74%) of EU citizens have said that their country has benefited from membership of the European Union,…
Inflation continuing to shape purchasing behaviour in France
Inflation is continuing to influence how and where French households are making purchases, with consumption remaining constrained despite a slowdown…
Ireland saw a slight decrease in insolvencies in 2025
Ireland recorded 848 business insolvencies in 2025, down slightly from the 868 cases recorded in 2024, PwC Ireland’s latest Insolvency…
Private-sector profitability increased in Sweden in third quarter
Private-sector profitability increased in Sweden in the third quarter of 2025, new data from Statistics Sweden has shown. According to…