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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Economy

Job postings revealed: What are the best roles in the UK for 2025?

Are you aware of which jobs are currently in high demand in the UK? A great way to identify the top roles for the coming year is by analysing trends in job posting growth. AI roles appear on the list for the first time.

Business

CEO earnings in Europe's top 100 companies: How much do they make?

CEOs earn 110 times more than the average worker in Europe. Euronews Business takes a closer look at how much CEOs earn, comparing their pay to average annual salaries across the EU.

Europe in Motion

How do America's poorest states compare to Europe's largest economies?

The poorest US state has a higher GDP per capita than Europe’s top economies, except for Germany. Is this set to continue being the case in 2025?

Economy

How does household material welfare vary across Europe?

Actual individual consumption per capita, expressed in PPS, serves as a key indicator of household material welfare. This metric reveals significant variations across Europe, displaying disparities in living standards. Euronews Business takes a closer look at these differences.

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