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Surviving retirement: Where do older Europeans get their money?

Public payouts, such as state pensions, account for around two-thirds of the income of people aged 65 and over in Europe.

Economy

Shopping basket: Where do groceries cost the most in Europe?

Grocery prices show significant disparities across European cities—even between those in the same country. Euronews Business takes a closer look at Deutsche Bank’s ‘Grocery Index’ to reveal the cheapest and most expensive shopping baskets.

Economy

How much has monthly rent in European city centres changed since 2020?

The eye-watering prices of rent in city centres across Europe keeps increasing, with only five European cities having average rents below €2,000 for a three-bedroom apartment, according to a new report from Deutsche Bank.

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How does unemployment vary among university graduates across Europe?

Unemployment rates are higher among the general population than among university graduates across Europe—except in Turkey. Euronews Business looks at the data.

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Where in Europe did wealth per adult grow fastest in 2024?

In Europe, Hungary saw the biggest jump in wealth of its citizens over the past year, followed by Lithuania and Sweden. This is according to a new report by multinational investment bank UBS.

Economy

Energy, water, and waste: How much do basic utilities cost in Europe?

Monthly basic utility costs vary hugely across Europe. The share of average net salaries spent on these essentials is also a key indicator. Euronews Business takes a closer look at both.

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Rent vs net salary in Europe: The most and least affordable cities

Euronews Business takes a close look at net salaries and the rent for one-bedroom flats in European city centres to reveal the best and worst rent-to-salary ratios across Europe.

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42 million EU workers can’t afford holiday: Which countries are worst?

15% of working people in the EU — around 42 million individuals — cannot afford a one-week holiday away from home. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the issue of holiday poverty.

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Heatwaves: Which European countries face the biggest economic losses?

Rising heat is already affecting Europe’s economy, and researchers warn the losses in GDP and productivity will worsen in the decades ahead.

Economy

Cost of love: Europe’s most expensive and cheapest cities for a date

The cost of romantic dates varies widely across European cities. When income levels are taken into account, these disparities become even more evident.

Economy

Europe’s iPhone price gap: Where you'll pay the most and least

iPhone prices vary significantly both globally and across Europe, linked to differences in taxes. Turkey stands out as a nation with a hefty price tag, while Nordic countries have the highest iPhone costs within the EU.

Economy

Wage growth in Europe: Which jobs have seen the biggest increases?

Euronews Business takes a closer look at wage growth for the 25 largest occupations in the UK, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

Economy

Cost of living: Europe's cheapest and most expensive countries

Price level indices shows how expensive or cheap goods and services are across countries, based on purchasing power parities. Western and Northern European countries tend to have high price levels, although incomes are not included in these comparisons.

Economy

EU Blue Card: Where are skilled workers most welcome in Europe?

The number of EU Blue Cards issued has grown rapidly in recent years, but remains relatively low, as many countries continue to rely on their own national schemes.

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Defence recruitment rises faster than overall job market in Europe

EU defence spending rose by over 30% between 2021 and 2024, driving increased labour demand across the sector. Defence job postings have outpaced the wider job market since 2022.

Economy

GenAI job postings rise across Europe: Which countries lead the way?

Job postings mentioning generative artificial intelligence have risen sharply in several European countries in the year leading up to March 2025. Yet, experts emphasise that human intelligence remains a key requirement in the workplace.

Economy

Highest-paying salaries in France: Who earns the most?

Managers and executives are among the highest-paid professionals in France, regardless of industry. But only five positions exceed an annual net salary of €100,000.

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The highest-paying jobs in Germany: Data reveals top salaries

Aviation, healthcare, IT and engineering, as well as the legal and judiciary sectors hold the highest-paying jobs in Germany.

Economy

Remote work in Europe: Which countries lead the way and why?

The prevalence of home working varies significantly across Europe, linked to cultural and economic factors.

Economy

Pensioner poverty in Europe: Which countries have the highest rates?

Pensioners tend to face greater financial difficulty in Eastern Europe, while poverty rates are generally lower in Nordic and Western European countries. Switzerland and the UK are outliers here, showing comparatively high levels of pensioner poverty.

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