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Renewables generated 54.1% of EU electricity in the second quarter of 2026
Solar led renewable output, while national shares ranged from 19.8% to 97.7%.
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Business
EU agricultural output prices fall as input costs rise
Output prices fell 5.8% annually in the second quarter, while non-investment inputs rose 4.7%.
Economy
EU total market production falls 0.1% in June
The composite indicator combines industry, construction, services and trade volume.
Economy
Three categories account for 46% of EU household spending
Eurostat’s September assessment examines the distribution of January 2026 consumption expenditure.
Business
Euro area job vacancy rate falls to 2.1% in the second quarter
Eurostat’s release shows a decline from the first quarter’s 2.3%.
Economy
EU productivity per employed person rises 0.9% annually
Output per hour worked increased by 0.8% in the second quarter.
Business
EU tourism nights rise 1.7% in the first half of 2026
Tourist accommodation establishments recorded 1.321 billion overnight stays in the first six months.
Business
EU food waste estimated at 129 kilograms per person in 2024
Eurostat’s September-updated report covers supply chain data for the 2024 reference year.
Economy
Euro-area inflation rises to 3.2% in August as energy prices accelerate
The annual rate increased from 2.9% in July, with services and energy making the largest contributions.
Business
Euro area hourly labour costs rise 3.1% annually
Eurostat reports a 3.2% increase across the EU in the second quarter.
Business
Euro area industrial production falls 0.1% in July
Eurostat’s first estimates show a 0.3% monthly decline across the EU.
Economy
Euro area goods trade records a EUR 14.2 billion July surplus
Eurostat’s first estimates put exports at EUR 276.0 billion and imports at EUR 261.8 billion.