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Romania Leads EU in Fuel Price Increases
Businessdigi246d ago

Romania Leads EU in Fuel Price Increases

Romania recorded the highest annual increase in fuel and lubricant prices for personal transport within the European Union in July, with a 24.2% rise, according to Eurostat data. Diesel prices increased by 4.6%, while gasoline saw a slight decrease of 0.8%.

Eurostat Reports Varying July Inflation Across EU, Greece Sees Negative Food Inflation
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Eurostat Reports Varying July Inflation Across EU, Greece Sees Negative Food Inflation

Eurostat data for July shows varied inflation rates across the EU, with Romania recording the highest annual inflation and Lithuania the second highest. Greece, however, reported negative food inflation for July, with officials emphasizing continued efforts to reduce the cost of living.

Poland Remains Sixth Largest Economy in EU
Businessdnevnik-bg16d ago

Poland Remains Sixth Largest Economy in EU

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.

EU Fines Google €890 Million for Anti-Competitive Practices
TechnologyBBCbloombergNYT+74FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dknrknzz+66 more1mo ago77 sources

EU Fines Google €890 Million for Anti-Competitive Practices

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.

Cyprus Tourism Peaks in Summer Months
Worldcyprus-mail1mo ago

Cyprus Tourism Peaks in Summer Months

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.

Eurozone Inflation Falls to 2.8% in June
BusinessFTyle-uutisetruv+17tagesschaufazberlingskelsm-lvorfrzeczpospolitavgpublico+9 more1mo ago20 sources

Eurozone Inflation Falls to 2.8% in June

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.

Albanians Protest Government Over Corruption and Trump Family Resort Plans
Politicswaposvenska-dagbladetFrance 24+12tvn24aktualne-czdelfi-ltindex-hraktuality-skcapital-bgindian-expressklix-ba+4 more2mo ago15 sources

Albanians Protest Government Over Corruption and Trump Family Resort Plans

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 Firefighter Workforce Above EU Average
Politicscyprus-mail17d ago

Cyprus Firefighter Workforce Above EU Average

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 Economy Nears $1 Trillion, Ranks 6th in EU
Businesshotnews19d ago

Poland's Economy Nears $1 Trillion, Ranks 6th in EU

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.

Eurozone Retail Sales Unexpectedly Shrink in June
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Eurozone Retail Sales Unexpectedly Shrink in June

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.

Cyprus Accounts for 0.2% of EU GDP
Businesscyprus-mail21d ago

Cyprus Accounts for 0.2% of EU GDP

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.

Cyprus Maintains Steady Industrial Output, Bucking EU Trend
Businesscyprus-mail1mo ago

Cyprus Maintains Steady Industrial Output, Bucking EU Trend

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.

More People Living Alone in the EU
Worlddanas2mo ago

More People Living Alone in the EU

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.

EU Officially Launches Accession Negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
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EU Officially Launches Accession Negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova

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.

Albanian Citizens Protest Against Government, Demand Prime Minister's Resignation
WorldThe Guardiandr-dknzz+49yle-uutisetnosruvtagesschaufazaftonbladetberlingskeDW+41 more2mo ago52 sources

Albanian Citizens Protest Against Government, Demand Prime Minister's Resignation

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.

Cyprus' Inflation Rises Above Euro Area Average in May
Worldcyprus-mail2mo ago

Cyprus' Inflation Rises Above Euro Area Average in May

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.

Eurozone Inflation Rises to 3.2% in May, ECB Rate Hike Expected
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Eurozone Inflation Rises to 3.2% in May, ECB Rate Hike Expected

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.

Greek Supermarket Prices Expected to Drop from August 31
Businessprotothema-en7d ago

Greek Supermarket Prices Expected to Drop from August 31

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos announced that prices at Greek supermarkets are expected to drop from August 31, with the final product list and discount rates to be confirmed soon, following Eurostat figures showing a faster fall in Greek food inflation.

Greece Leads Europe in Public Debt Reduction, Eurostat Reports
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1protothema-en1mo ago4 sources

Greece Leads Europe in Public Debt Reduction, Eurostat Reports

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.

Eurostat Confirms Greece's June Inflation at 3.9%
Worldprotothema-en1mo ago

Eurostat Confirms Greece's June Inflation at 3.9%

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.

Iceland Reports Highest High School Dropout Rate in EU by 2025
morgunbladid1mo ago

Iceland Reports Highest High School Dropout Rate in EU by 2025

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.

Eurostat to Recalculate Portugal's GDP Per Capita
Businesspublicoobservador1mo ago2 sources

Eurostat to Recalculate Portugal's GDP Per Capita

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.

Cyprus residential construction costs reach record high
Businesscyprus-mail2mo ago

Cyprus residential construction costs reach record high

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.