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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.

Economy

How do regional disparities in housing costs vary across Europe?

Regional disparities in housing costs as a share of disposable income vary widely across countries. While the UK has the largest gap, it also includes some of the regions with the lowest cost proportions.

Economy

Poorest US state rivals Germany: GDP per capita in US and Europe

Mississippi, the poorest state in the United States, is close to surpassing Europe's largest economy Germany's GDP per capita. Euronews Business compares US states with European countries.

Economy

Europe's most wanted jobs: Which are the internet's most sought after?

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) specialists are by far the most in-demand professionals, making up 9% of all online job advertisements. Euronews Business takes a closer look at job ads and the most requested skills in the EU.

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Economy

Average salary rankings in Europe: Which countries pay the highest?

Taking purchasing power standard (PPS) into account, the gaps in average annual full-time salaries across the EU are narrower than in nominal terms, though significant differences persist. Euronews Business investigates.

Healthcare

Where do you have the best chance of surviving cancer in Europe?

Cancer survival estimates in Europe highlight notable geographical and economic disparities. Several factors are driving gaps between countries.

Economy

Christmas jobs: How are postings and searches faring this season?

Seasonal job postings and searches on Indeed in the UK show a clear trend, peaking in November. In 2024, searches hit a record high, while postings remained low.

Work

Gender pay gap: Only one country in Europe pays women more than men

The gender pay gap is much more than equal pay for equal work. Women in Europe face major inequalities in access to work, progression, and rewards.

Economy

EU budget: Who pays the most into the EU, and who gains the most?

In the EU budget, wealthier western and northern European nations predominantly serve as net contributors, while central and eastern European members are mainly net recipients.

Mobility

Which capitals have Europe's best and worst-rated public transport?

Dissatisfaction with public transport in capital cities was more keenly felt in southern Europe and parts of the Balkans. How does your city compare?

Economy

Most affordable tax-free havens: Top picks for expats in 2025?

Half of the 10 most affordable tax-free countries for expats are located in the Gulf region. Even with an average salary, you can still have a leftover income after covering rent, living expenses, and bills in some countries.

Economy

Rental market uncertainty: Which countries feel most insecure?

Tenure insecurity for land and housing is on the rise globally, including in Europe, warns a new report. Increasing rent and mortgage costs are among the key drivers of this growing perception of insecurity.

Healthcare

Number of hospital beds in the EU are declining. Where is worst hit?

Experts attribute the decline to shifting healthcare priorities. However, concerns are rising over whether healthcare systems will be ready for future crises.

Business

Europe: Half of workers stressed, one-third eyeing job change

ManpowerGroup's survey examines workers' perceptions, finding stress as a widespread issue. CCO Becky Frankiewicz tells of the importance of work-life balance, career development, and skills training for staff retention.

Economy

How much income goes on rent for minimum wage earners in Europe?

The share of minimum wage income spent on rent varies across Europe, from 35% in France to 56% in the Netherlands. Euronews Business examines minimum wages and average rent costs in EU countries.

Economy

Which European countries rely most on exports to the US?

Apart from Germany, Ireland, and Italy, a potential 10% tariff on all EU goods exported to the US would also significantly affect other EU countries, where the US represents a substantial share of total exports. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the US's share in exports for each EU country.

Europe in Motion

Public transport: What is the best and worst city in Europe?

Looking at the capitals, northern and western European cities reported higher satisfaction with public transport, while southern and eastern European urban centres exhibited lower satisfaction rates.

Europe in Motion

What is a 'good salary' in Europe's biggest capitals?

The answer isn’t so simple. It depends on factors such as where you live, your experience, the industry, and your lifestyle.

Economy

Which European capital city is the best for finding a good job?

There is a huge gap in how local residents across Europe perceive their chances of finding a good job in their cities. Euronews Business takes a closer look at this and explores the possible reasons behind it.

Health news

Europe's fertility crisis: Which countries are having fewer babies?

For the first time since 1960, the number of live births in the EU has fallen below 4 million, one of the lowest fertility rates in the world.

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