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Economy

Labour costs across Europe: Where are they highest and lowest?

Euronews takes a closer look at the significant differences in labour costs across the EU and the factors driving them.

Economy

Where did house prices and rents rise the most in 2024 across Europe?

Euronews takes a closer look at how house prices and rents evolved across Europe in 2024.

Economy

How long would it take for teachers to afford a house in Europe?

Euronews calculated how many months of salary a teacher would need to buy a 100 m² home across Europe, using data from the OECD and Numbeo.

wellbeing

Which country is home to Europe's heaviest drinkers?

Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.

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Work

Police salaries in Europe: How do countries compare on officer pay?

While Northern and Western Europe rank among the highest in police salaries, Southern and Eastern Europe have improved in the rankings.

Economy

Being transparent about pay could save EU women €700 per year

A woman working in an SME in the EU could gain between €465 and €700 annually thanks to the EU’s Pay Transparency Directive. However, some business groups have expressed concerns over reporting obligations.

Economy

Minimum wages: Which countries have seen the highest increases?

In nominal terms, Eastern and Southeastern Europe experienced the most significant increases in minimum wages between 2015 and 2025. Euronews Business examines how minimum wages have changed across Europe over the past decade.

Climate

European warming: Where are temperatures rising the fastest?

Europe is the fastest-warming continent on Earth. We take a closer look at country-level changes, with insights from experts.

Economy

How much do women earn compared to men across Europe?

Despite progress, women in the EU still earn 12% less than men. Euronews Business analyses the gender pay gap across Europe to mark International Women’s Day.

Economy

What portion of gross salaries do European workers pay in taxes?

Euronews Business examines the proportion of income taxes to average annual gross earnings across Europe. Tax rates vary significantly by country, with Nordic nations and Belgium generally facing the highest burdens.

Economy

How do Europe's top five economies compare based on job postings?

Based on job postings from the hiring platform Indeed, Euronews Business analyses 2025's job market trends across Europe's five largest economies.

Economy

Three years on: How Russia's invasion reshaped energy prices across EU

Euronews Business looks at how residential electricity and gas prices have evolved since Russia's invasion of Ukraine and compares prices with pre-invasion levels.

24 February 2025

Economy

Fixed vs variable electricity tariffs: Which one saves you more?

Fixed and variable electricity tariffs each have their own advantages and drawbacks, which vary across Europe. As of January 2025, fixed prices are slightly lower than variable contracts on average in 14 countries.

20 February 2025

Economy

Who pays the most and least for electricity and gas across Europe?

Residential end-user electricity and gas prices vary widely across European capitals. When adjusted for PPS, country rankings shift significantly.

14 February 2025

Economy

Pensions vs earnings across Europe: The highest and lowest comparisons

Pensions in the EU amount to some three-fifths of late-career work income. In many European countries, this rate falls below 50%, making it increasingly challenging for pensioners to maintain a decent standard of living.

13 February 2025

Economy

How much of your disposable income goes to housing in Europe?

People in the EU spend 20% of their disposable income on housing. Euronews Business examines how housing costs as a share of income vary across Europe.

3 February 2025

Economy

Jobs market at a crossroads: The fastest growing and declining careers

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the top growing and declining jobs, offering significant insights into global employment trends by 2030.

1 February 2025

Economy

Minimum wages in Europe: How does your country compare in 2025?

Minimum wages rose faster than inflation in most EU member states and candidate countries, leading to real wage growth across the region. Euronews Business examines these changes.

31 January 2025

Economy

Teacher salaries in Europe: How have they changed since the 2000s?

Teacher salaries, when adjusted for inflation, have declined in many European countries in recent years. Euronews Business looks at these trends over time.

27 January 2025

Economy

Net vs gross salaries in Europe: What are workers really taking home?

Euronews Business examines how much of their gross salary an average person in Europe takes home across four scenarios, including marital status and children.

22 January 2025

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