Household consumption

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.

05/01/2025

Economy

Eurozone economy touches two-year high as households spend more

The Eurozone quarter-on-quarter GDP growth rate inched up in the third quarter of the year, boosted by increased government and household spending, as well as higher inventories.

06/12/2024

The Road To Green

How is the European Union combating greenwashing?

In partnership with The European Commission

New EU measures to combat 'greenwashing' are aiming to challenge companies promoting so-called sustainable products. In this episode of The Road to Green we travel across Europe to find out more about the labelling changes coming to a supermarket near you.

25/06/2024

The Road To Green

Are carbon credits doing more harm than good for the climate?

In partnership with The European Commission

Do carbon credits really help to combat global warming, or are they counter-productive?

25/06/2024

Economy

Eurozone avoids recession but remains stagnant as Germany struggles

The bloc sharing the euro has seen its economy practically motionless in the last year as it continues to stagnate.

14/02/2024

Economy

How much are Europeans left with at the end of the month?

In 2022, European households saved 1/8 of their income, according to latest data. However, in which country do people save the most? Euronews Business takes a look.

27/11/2023

Economy

Real food inflation in Europe: Which countries are hit the hardest?

Annual inflation in the EU has been declining whilst food inflation remains high, hitting low-income families across Europe.

21/11/2023

Green News

France to end non-essential printing of paper receipts

Customers will still be able to ask for a printout if they want one, and receipts will still be compulsory in places such as restaurants or garages.

01/08/2023

France

French election: cost of living crisis top of voters minds

Soaring food and energy costs are a top concern for many French voters ahead of the first round of the country's presidential poll on Sunday. Euronews' Laurence Alexandrowicz reports.

08/04/2022

Living

How to turn your house into an eco home

With expert advice and calculations, these are the best ways to make yourself an eco home, no matter the budget.

19/03/2022

Eco-Innovation

The world’s first refillable toothpaste is finally here

1.5 billion toothpaste tubes end up in landfill every year, so a UK dental company is trying to turn the tide.

12/01/2022

Eco-Innovation

Is energy-saving glass the next big thing in home insulation?

This glass coating can adapt to the temperature of your home in hot and cold weather.

21/12/2021

Green News

1 in 6 people are making environmental New Year’s resolutions in 2021

A new survey reveals over half of Brits want to get better at recycling in 2021 and are putting the planet first.

05/01/2021

Green News

How much plastic do you actually throw away every year?

Even if you've ditched plastic bottles and straws, you might be surprised to see your full plastic problem.

15/07/2020

Green News

EU announces fridges and TVs to become more eco-friendly and efficient

The European Commission has revealed new regulations on household appliances to encourage energy saving and reuse.

03/10/2019

World News

International Beer Day: Germany king of beer in the EU

Germany produced 21% of the total EU beer production in 2018.

02/08/2019