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Household incomes in Europe: Where did they rise since the pandemic?

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Economy

How do Europe's highest earners compare to the wealthy worldwide?

Income inequality is a persistent problem across the world, but how do top earners compare on a global scale?

Economy

Retirees in Europe: Which countries offer the highest pensions?

Whether you’re a diligent saver or haven’t yet thought about your pension, retirement is a hot topic in politics as populations age and state finances are stretched. In Europe, pension income varies widely — but who is best off in their silver years?

Economy

European salary rankings: Which countries pay the most on average?

The start of the new year is a prime time for job switching — with salary playing a key role in many employees’ decisions. Curious about what your European neighbours are earning? Here is Euronews' country comparison.

Economy

Where minimum wage earners make up the biggest share in Europe

The share of workers earning the minimum wage differs sharply across Europe. The European Commission is calling for fair and adequate pay to guarantee a decent standard of living.

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Business

EU salaries surge by 5.2% in 2024: Where did they climb the most?

The average full-time salary in the EU was €39,800 in 2024, according to Eurostat, showing increases in each country.

World News

Germany secures wages of 12,000 local US Army employees amid budget crisis in Washington

The German federal government stepped in three weeks after the start of the US government shutdown.

Economy

Education and net income: How much more do university graduates earn?

In the EU, highly educated people earn on average 38% more than those with a medium level of education, and 68% more than those with a low level of education. These figures vary considerably across Europe, with regional variations.

Work

Captain’s paycheck: How do pilot salaries vary across Europe?

Pilot shortages are affecting several airlines. In Europe, pilots are among the highest-paid professionals.

Cyprus

Strike in Cyprus demands return of automatic inflation adjustments

Cyprus faces a nationwide three-hour strike on Wednesday as unions demand the return of automatic inflation adjustments, affecting 15,000 air passengers and public services.

Economy

Financial satisfaction across Europe: Which country ranks the highest?

Satisfaction with financial situations is generally high in Northern and Western Europe, while it is lowest in the EU candidate countries. Despite its strong economy, Germany reports comparatively low satisfaction.

Business

Top UK CEOs richer than ever: FTSE 100 boss pay reaches €5.3M

Median pay for Britain’s top bosses rose 6.8% to a record high, with 13 executives earning €11.6M or more, as critics warn of deepening inequality.

Economy

Which nations have the highest and lowest minimum wages across Europe?

Euronews Business takes a close look at minimum wages across Europe, comparing both euro value and purchasing power.

Economy

Europe’s job market: Which sector has the most job postings?

Installation & maintenance, sales and management rank among the top five sectors in the UK, Germany, France, and the Netherlands, according to job postings on Indeed.

Economy

Surviving retirement: Where do older Europeans get their money?

Public payouts, such as state pensions, account for around two-thirds of the income of people aged 65 and over in Europe.

Economy

Highest-paying salaries in France: Who earns the most?

Managers and executives are among the highest-paid professionals in France, regardless of industry. But only five positions exceed an annual net salary of €100,000.

Economy

The highest-paying jobs in Germany: Data reveals top salaries

Aviation, healthcare, IT and engineering, as well as the legal and judiciary sectors hold the highest-paying jobs in Germany.