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Air tourism pushes average rent in Spain up by €236

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Business

Apple CEO: Price rises ‘unavoidable’ amid AI boom

Tim Cook says Apple can no longer absorb soaring memory-chip costs driven by the artificial intelligence boom, signalling higher prices for consumers and raising concerns about broader inflation across the technology sector.

Economy

Inflation in Spain holds at 3.2% for third consecutive month

May’s CPI confirms the preliminary INE figures. Transport and holiday packages push prices up, while clothing and food fall. Core inflation rises to 3%.

Economy

Prolonged Iran war could push economies into recession, OECD warns

The war in the Middle East has dented economic growth prospects worldwide, with a more severe shock likely if no effective ceasefire is agreed before 2027, the OECD warned Wednesday.

Economy

Why are grocery prices still eye-watering, despite moderate inflation?

Food inflation has fallen sharply from its 2023 peak — but European grocery prices are nearly a third higher than before the pandemic, and the reasons they stay high are structural.

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Economy

Not even inheriting a home: most Spaniards don't see it as an option

61% of Spaniards doubt they will inherit a home, as housing becomes harder to access. Inheritances grow in importance, yet only one in five sellers obtained their property this way.

Economy

Shipping fuel crunch raises fears of higher prices worldwide

Global shipping companies are bracing for fuel shortages and rising costs as the Iran war disrupts supplies of bunker fuel through the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy

Potato futures soar 700% in less than a month on Iran war speculation

Potato-linked financial contracts have risen over 700% in a few weeks, despite a current oversupply in Europe, due to speculative trading surrounding the volatile environment caused by the Iran war.

Economy

Energy prices drive up inflation in Germany, Spain before ECB decision

Inflation rose in both Germany and Spain in April, driven mainly by higher energy costs linked to global geopolitical tensions, keeping eurozone price growth above the European Central Bank’s 2% target.

Europe in Motion

Flights hit by Iran war? Europe's handiest rail networks revealed

Amid flight disruption threats sparked by the Iran war, trains are stepping in as an alternative travel option. But where in Europe are tickets cheapest and which countries are easier to navigate?

Business

Spanish inflation rises to 3.4% in March due to higher fuel prices

The CPI climbed by more than one point compared to last February, pushed up by the increase in energy prices. The government is confident that the anti-crisis plan will ultimately moderate prices.

Business

FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 (€9,533) during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales Wednesday after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised.

Markets

European gas prices surge by up to 45% as Qatar stops LNG production

European natural gas prices surged on Monday as the escalating conflict in the Middle East caused Qatar to stop LNG production at the world’s top plant.

Economy

Electricity and gas in Europe: Priciest and cheapest cities in 2026

Electricity and gas prices vary significantly across Europe. When adjusted for PPS, country rankings show a heavier burden on households in Central and Eastern Europe.

Economy

Europe's priciest and cheapest countries for hotels and restaurants

Whether it be France's cheese boards or Italy's pasta dishes, Europe offers its tourists an array of world-renowned food. Hotel and restaurant prices vary across the continent, but where will your money go the furthest?

Moments

Why visiting Japan in cherry blossom season could cost less this year

Both independent travel and tour packages are seeing more competitive pricing this year.

Destinations

Why two-tier pricing at tourist sites is controversial

Dual pricing is already in place for various tourist tickets or fees across Europe and the rest of the world.

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