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Migration tide turns as rich countries see slowdown and shifting flows

OECD nations saw a sharp drop in work-related migration after several years of rapid growth as rich nations scrambled to fill labour shortages.

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Europe’s 2026 inflation forecast: The highest and lowest rates

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the ECB and OECD inflation projections for the euro area and wider Europe in 2025 and 2026.

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OECD outlook: Can the global economy survive trade pressures in 2025?

The OECD forecasts a continued slowdown in global economic growth this year, driven by persistent trade tensions — such as US tariffs — and stubbornly high inflation.

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Investing in Europe is at a nine-year low: Is a rebound coming?

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe dropped to its lowest level in nine years in 2024, with France, Germany and the UK experiencing double-digit declines.

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OECD growth slows abruptly to 0.1% in the first three months of 2025

The overall GDP growth of the 38 countries of the OECD, providing more than 40% of the global economy, slowed down substantially in the first quarter of 2025.

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OECD trims eurozone growth outlook as global trade tensions bite

The OECD has lowered its eurozone GDP growth forecast to 1.0% for 2025, down from 1.3% in December, citing weak investment and rising geopolitical risks. Global growth is also revised down to 3.1% as trade disruptions weigh on sentiment.

Europe in Motion

Is the EU doing enough for patients with chronic illness?

Greece, Portugal and Romania have below-average scores on more than half of the indicators.

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How does vape consumption compare across Europe?

Belgium became the first EU country to ban the sale of disposable vapes, while Luxembourg, Estonia, and Czechia report the highest vaping rates.

Europe in Motion

Literacy, math, and problem-solving: Which EU countries score better?

Finnish adults score the highest in literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, while Portugal, Poland, Italy and Lithuania fall below the OECD average in all three competences.

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The EU health paradox: Shortages with surging staff numbers

European countries claimed shortages of around 1.2 million doctors, nurses and midwives in 2022. Yet, that same year, several had record levels of medical staff.

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UK reports highest growth rate in permanent migration to OECD area

In 2023, Britain was first in terms of the number of migrants that settled to the country permanently relative to its population. In terms of the total number of new arrivals in OECD countries, it was second only to the US.

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Where in Europe do people live with their parents the longest?

Young adults in southern and eastern European countries tend to stick around longer with their parents, OECD and Eurostat data shows.

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OECD: Belgium needs to cut public spending to reduce debt and deficit

The debt keeps swelling and if no action is taken, the OECD warns, it could reach 200% of the GDP by 2050.

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Saving or splurging: Where are young people most financially literate?

Knowing how to manage money is more important than ever, says the OECD, but nearly one in five students surveyed lacked basic proficiency.

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OECD economic outlook: Steady global growth expected for 2024 and 2025

The OECD has released its latest economic outlook and said it expects steady global growth in 2024 and 2025.

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Japan is growing a nature-positive economy: here’s how

In partnership with The Government of Japan

Around the world, the pressure’s on to better protect nature. Japanese businesses are grasping the challenge, with the support of an international framework that aims to shift financial flows into more nature-positive outcomes.