Retirement wealth across Europe: Which countries have the wealthiest over-65s?
Wealth in retirement varies dramatically across Europe, shaping living standards well beyond what pension income alone can provide.…
Waiting times for healthcare in Europe: The worst countries ranked
Did you know that more than one in ten patients who need to see a specialist in the…
The 2026 World Cup: Billions promised but will the economic boom arrive?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which starts on 11 June across the US, Canada and Mexico, is the…
Why your grocery bill is still eye-watering — even though inflation is ‘under control’?
Inflation is down, the European Central Bank is (largely) satisfied and the knock-on effects of the Iran war…
Five industries benefiting from Europe’s defence spending boom
Europe has decided it wants to defend itself on its own terms after decades of treating military budgets…
EU powerhouses like Germany ‘on track’ to miss 2030 emissions goal while Spain may smash its target
It’s been six years since the EU first agreed to slash greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55…
Industrial sovereignty: Five sectors where the EU is critically dependent on China
Europe’s reliance on Chinese goods has grown so structurally embedded in certain sectors that credible alternatives have all…
Turkish tourists flock to Greece as rising costs put Greeks off Turkey
Economic relations between Greeks and Turks have shifted markedly in recent years. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The two neighbours have…
Where in Europe do households save most of their income?
People save for several reasons, helping them build wealth and prepare for unexpected expenses. A recent study revealed…
Where do Europeans wait longest for new medicines?
While medicines and novel therapies emerge and new treatments are being discovered, many medicines are still not equally…
One in a thousand: The European countries where the ultra-rich earn the most
The share of income going to the richest 0.1% varies widely across Europe. In some countries, it is…
Real income growth Europe 2025: Biggest economies lag as Poland and Portugal lead
Countries and institutions track many indicators to measure economic growth, with gross domestic product (GDP) growth among the…