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Alcohol and tobacco in Europe: How much are you being charged?

Price levels vary significantly in the EU, with the highest prices being 2.4 times the lowest. Variations differ with factors such as tax and labour costs playing a role.

Culture news

Germany to start unlimited cinema subscription model

First they came for the railways. Then they came for the cinemas. Germany is the latest European state looking to boost its film industry by letting people visit participating cinemas as often as they want.

Economy

Apartment hunting: Where in Europe will it cost you the most?

While Serbia saw the biggest increase in apartment prices per square metre over the year, there is one country in Europe that still has the highest price per square metre, as well as the highest average income.

Travel News

Greek tourism benefiting from Türkiye’s inflation crisis, say experts

Hotel prices and ticket costs are soaring in Türkiye as inflation hits tourism.

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Europe News

How does the rise in homelessness compare across Europe?

Over the past decade, homelessness has increased across Europe. In countries like France and Germany, it has more than doubled, data shows.

Economy

German inflation sees fall in June after May's surprise rise

The latest figure may reassure investors that Germany's inflation is still on a downward trend, despite May's surprise spike.

World News

UK election: Cost of living, chronic housing shortage on voters’ minds

More than 1.2 million families are on a waiting list for social housing in England alone.

Business

The rise of the ‘Me economy’

Consumers are increasingly looking out for themselves, as they navigate cost-of-living crises and other personal challenges, according to global media agency Havas.

Business

The new focus making digital dominate global ad spend

Spending on global advertising is set to rise by an overall 5% this year, with digital fueling the growth, according to new data.

Business

After record growth in 2023, what is the next step for Spotify?

Music streaming giant Spotify is stepping into a new stage of growth - one that focuses on more artist diversity and non-music content.

Business

EY: The growth at all costs era is over. Sustainability is key

Businesses have never been under so much pressure to deliver on sustainability but balancing it with profitability is becoming increasingly complex in a world of geopolitical unrest and disinformation.

Economy

UK diesel prices highest in Europe: retailers accused of profiteering

Forecourts operated by supermarket chains including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s are significantly contributing to this price surge.

Europe News

Greek prime minister reshuffles cabinet after EU elections

Mitsotakis' new cabinet aims to focus on cost-of-living and labour policies following a successful European campaign.

Economy

Savvy earners: UK kids take on side hustles as cost of living soars

Some children are getting surprise one-off rewards for doing well at school while others are finding other ways to make extra pocket money.

Green News

Ministers give green light to new electricity market rules

EU governments have waved through new electricity market rules intended to limit price spikes, protect vulnerable consumers and businesses, and accelerate the deployment of ever more zero-emissions power capacity.

Economy

Beyond the peak: How has the inflation crisis shaped the UK economy?

UK inflation data due on Wednesday is expected to fall close to the government’s 2% target. Almost three years on from the start of price spikes, how has the economy changed?

Green News

Do free or cheap tickets encourage people to use public transport?

Public transport is one of the lowest carbon ways to travel but getting people to use it isn't always easy.

Economy

Commission forecasts inflation tumbling, despite oil price hike

Inflation could be just 2.2% in the EU next year, as voters cite concerns over rising prices.

Economy

UK property listings soar - are buyers being put off by high rates?

Buyers and renters alike have been plagued with higher living costs, interest rates and economic uncertainty in the last few months, leading to dampened demand in the UK housing market.

Destinations

Where are the budget-friendly destinations in Europe this summer?

Flights and hotels are most affordable in these European destinations, new data reveals.