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Eurozone Economy Posts Strongest Growth in Over a Year
The eurozone economy expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, accelerating from flat growth in the previous quarter and beating market expectations of a 0.2% increase, according to preliminary estimates. It marked the bloc's strongest quarterly expansion since the first quarter of 2025, as robust AI-related investment, solid government spending, and one-off factors helped offset the impact of the conflict in Iran and higher energy costs. Among the largest euro area economies, Spain once again led growth, with GDP rising 0.7%, up from 0.6% in the first quarter and above forecasts. The Netherlands expanded by 0.4%, twice the expected pace, while France returned to growth with a 0.2% increase after a 0.1% contraction. Germany and Italy also grew by 0.2%, easing slightly from the previous quarter but exceeding market expectations.
Published on 2026-07-30

Eurozone Economy Posts Strongest Growth in Over a Year
The eurozone economy expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, accelerating from flat growth in the previous quarter and beating market expectations of a 0.2% increase, according to preliminary estimates. It marked the bloc's strongest quarterly expansion since the first quarter of 2025, as robust AI-related investment, solid government spending, and one-off factors helped offset the impact of the conflict in Iran and higher energy costs. Among the largest euro area economies, Spain once again led growth, with GDP rising 0.7%, up from 0.6% in the first quarter and above forecasts. The Netherlands expanded by 0.4%, twice the expected pace, while France returned to growth with a 0.2% increase after a 0.1% contraction. Germany and Italy also grew by 0.2%, easing slightly from the previous quarter but exceeding market expectations. Year-over-year, the eurozone economic growth accelerated to 1% in the second quarter from a revised 0.5% three months earlier, also above expectations.
Published on 2026-07-30

Eurozone Economy Posts Strongest Growth in Over a Year
The eurozone economy expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, accelerating from flat growth in the previous quarter and beating market expectations of a 0.2% increase, according to preliminary estimates. It marked the bloc's strongest quarterly expansion since the first quarter of 2025, as robust AI-related investment, solid government spending, and one-off factors helped offset the impact of the conflict in Iran and higher energy costs. Among the largest euro area economies, Spain once again led growth, with GDP rising 0.7%, up from 0.6% in the first quarter and above forecasts. The Netherlands expanded by 0.4%, twice the expected pace, while France returned to growth with a 0.2% increase after a 0.1% contraction. Germany and Italy also grew by 0.2%, easing slightly from the previous quarter but exceeding market expectations. Year-over-year, the eurozone economic growth accelerated to 1% in the second quarter from a revised 0.5% three months earlier, also above expectations.
Published on 2026-07-30

Eurozone Economy Contracts 0.2% in Q1 2026
The Eurozone economy shrank by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026, revised down from an initially reported 0.1% growth, according to final EUROSTAT data. This marks the first contraction since Q4 2022 and the sharpest decline since mid-2020, driven by a significant downward revision to Ireland’s GDP, which plummeted 12.1% in Q1, and a smaller contraction in France (0.1%). Among major Eurozone economies, Spain led with 0.6% growth, while Germany and Italy each expanded by 0.3%, and the Netherlands grew by 0.1%. The weak performance reflects pressures from tight energy supplies, rising inflation tied to the Middle East conflict, and the European Central Bank’s preparations for monetary tightening. On the expenditure side, net trade and inventory changes subtracted 0.3 and 0.1 percentage points from GDP, respectively, while fixed investment fell by 0.3%. Household consumption and government spending also slowed, growing by just 0.2% and 0.5%.
Published on 2026-06-05

Eurozone Economy Contracts 0.2% in Q1 2026
The Eurozone economy shrank by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026, revised down from an initially reported 0.1% growth, according to final EUROSTAT data. This marks the first contraction since Q4 2022 and the sharpest decline since mid-2020, driven by a significant downward revision to Ireland’s GDP, which plummeted 12.1% in Q1, and a smaller contraction in France (-0.1%). Among major Eurozone economies, Spain led with 0.6% growth, while Germany and Italy each expanded by 0.3%, and the Netherlands grew by 0.1%. The weak performance reflects pressures from tight energy supplies, rising inflation tied to the Middle East conflict, and the European Central Bank’s preparations for monetary tightening. On the expenditure side, net trade and inventory changes subtracted 0.3 and 0.1 percentage points from GDP, respectively, while fixed investment fell by 0.3%. Household consumption and government spending also slowed, growing by just 0.2% and 0.5%.
Published on 2026-06-05

Eurozone Economy Contracts 0.2% in Q1 2026
The Eurozone economy shrank by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026, revised down from an initially reported 0.1% growth, according to final EUROSTAT data. This marks the first contraction since Q4 2022 and the sharpest decline since mid-2020, driven by a significant downward revision to Ireland’s GDP, which plummeted 12.1% in Q1, and a smaller contraction in France (-0.1%). Among major Eurozone economies, Spain led with 0.6% growth, while Germany and Italy each expanded by 0.3%, and the Netherlands grew by 0.1%. The weak performance reflects pressures from tight energy supplies, rising inflation tied to the Middle East conflict, and the European Central Bank’s preparations for monetary tightening. On the expenditure side, net trade and inventory changes subtracted 0.3 and 0.1 percentage points from GDP, respectively, while fixed investment fell by 0.3%. Household consumption and government spending also slowed, growing by just 0.2% and 0.5%.
Published on 2026-06-05

Eurozone Growth Slows to 0.1% in Q1 2026
Eurozone economic growth was confirmed at 0.1% in the first quarter of 2026, marking the weakest expansion since Q2 2025, reflecting pressure from tight energy supplies after the Middle East conflict disrupted flows of oil, its byproducts, and liquefied natural gas. Inflationary risks from these shortages have prompted ECB policymakers to consider further rate hikes this year, while the bloc’s largest economies have revised their growth forecasts downward. Among the Eurozone’s biggest economies, France’s economy stalled, while the Netherlands and Italy grew by 0.1% and 0.2%, respectively. Germany saw a slight acceleration, with GDP expanding by 0.3%, and Spain led with a 0.6% increase. On an annual basis, GDP growth slowed to 0.8% in Q1, down from 1.3% in the previous quarter.
Published on 2026-05-13

Euro Area GDP Unexpectedly Slows
The Eurozone GDP expanded by 0.1% from the previous quarter in the first quarter of 2026, missing the market consensus of a 0.2% expansion, and slowing from the 0.2% increase from the earlier period. The data reflected pressure from the tight supply of energy that is essential for major economies in the currency bloc, after the outbreak of war in the Middle East halted flows of oil, its byproducts, and liquified natural gas.
Published on 2026-04-30

Euro Area GDP Unexpectedly Slows
The Eurozone GDP expanded by 0.1% from the previous quarter in the first quarter of 2026, missing the market consensus of a 0.2% expansion, and slowing from the 0.2% increase from the earlier period, according to the first preliminary estimate. The data reflected pressure from the tight supply of energy that is essential for major economies in the currency bloc, after the outbreak of war in the Middle East halted flows of oil, its byproducts, and liquified natural gas. Inflationary pressure from shortage risks drove ECB policymakers to consider higher rates this year and its largest members to revise growth downwards. French GDP projections were trimmed and its Q1 GDP unexpectedly stalled (vs 0.2% in Q4), while Italy (0.2% vs 0.3%) revised its projection lower and hinted it may not meet its fiscal projections despite. In turn, the German GDP expanded faster (0.3% vs 0.2%) amid infrastructure and defense deficit spending. Slower output was also seen from the Netherlands (0.1% vs 0.4%).
Published on 2026-04-30

Euro Area GDP Expands 0.1% in Q1
The Eurozone GDP expanded by 0.1% from the previous quarter in the first quarter of 2026, missing the market consensus of a 0.2% expansion, and slowing from the 0.2% increase from the earlier period. The data reflected pressure from the tight supply of energy that is essential for major economies in the currency bloc, after the outbreak of war in the Middle East halted flows of oil, its byproducts, and liquified natural gas.
Published on 2026-04-30

Euro Area GDP Unexpectedly Slows
The Eurozone GDP expanded by 0.1% from the previous quarter in the first quarter of 2026, missing the market consensus of a 0.2% expansion, and slowing from the 0.2% increase from the earlier period. The data reflected pressure from the tight supply of energy that is essential for major economies in the currency bloc, after the outbreak of war in the Middle East halted flows of oil, its byproducts, and liquified natural gas. The inflationary pressure from shortage risks drove ECB policymakers to consider higher rates this year and its largest members to revise growth downwards. French GDP projections were trimmed and its Q1 GDP unexpectedly stalled (vs 0.2% in Q4), while Italy (0.2% vs 0.3%) revised its projection lower and hinted it may not meet its fiscal projections despite. In turn, the German GDP expanded faster (0.3% vs 0.2%) amid infrastructure and defense deficit spending. Slower output was also seen from the Netherlands (0.1% vs 0.4%).
Published on 2026-04-30

Eurozone Growth Slows to 0.2% in Q4
The Euro Area economy grew by 0.2% in Q4 2025, below earlier estimates of 0.3% and down from 0.3% in Q3, highlighting modest momentum despite easing inflation, lower interest rates, and resilience amid headwinds from US trade tariffs on EU imports. Household consumption rose 0.4%, up from 0.2% in Q3, while growth slowed for fixed investment (0.6% vs 1.3%) and public spending (0.5% vs 0.7%). Both inventory changes and net trade subtracted 0.1 percentage points each from GDP growth. Among major economies, Spain led with 0.8% growth, driven by strong household consumption and investment, followed by the Netherlands at 0.5%. Germany and Italy each grew 0.3%, while France lagged at 0.2%. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP expanded 1.2% in Q4, slightly below the preliminary 1.3% and down from 1.4% in Q3. For full-year 2025, growth reached 1.4%, just below earlier estimates of 1.5% but accelerating from 0.9% in 2024.
Published on 2026-03-06

Eurozone Growth Holds Steady in Q4 2025
The euro area economy expanded by 0.3% in Q4 2025, confirming earlier estimates and matching the pace recorded in the previous three months. The data underscore the bloc’s resilience amid easing inflation and lower interest rates, despite headwinds from US trade tariffs on EU imports. Among the region’s largest economies, Spain delivered the strongest performance, with output rising 0.8%, supported by solid household consumption and fixed investment. The Netherlands followed with a 0.5% expansion, largely driven by exports. Germany and Italy each posted growth of 0.3%, while France lagged behind with a 0.2% increase. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP grew by 1.3%, slightly easing from 1.4% in Q3. For the full year 2025, the GDP expanded by 1.5%, accelerating from 0.9% in 2024. Looking ahead, both the European Commission and the ECB expect growth to moderate to around 1.2% in 2026 amid persistent geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, before edging higher to 1.4% in 2027.
Published on 2026-02-13

Eurozone Growth Holds Steady in Q4 2025
The euro area economy expanded by 0.3% in Q4 2025, confirming earlier estimates and matching the pace recorded in the previous three months. The data underscore the bloc’s resilience amid easing inflation and lower interest rates, despite headwinds from US trade tariffs on EU imports. Among the region’s largest economies, Spain delivered the strongest performance, with output rising 0.8%, supported by solid household consumption and fixed investment. The Netherlands followed with a 0.5% expansion, largely driven by exports. Germany and Italy each posted growth of 0.3%, while France lagged behind with a 0.2% increase. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP grew by 1.3%, slightly easing from 1.4% in Q3. For the full year 2025, the GDP expanded by 1.5%, accelerating from 0.9% in 2024. Looking ahead, both the European Commission and the ECB expect growth to moderate to around 1.2% in 2026 amid persistent geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, before edging higher to 1.4% in 2027.
Published on 2026-02-13

Eurozone Economy Holds Steady in Q4
The Eurozone economy grew by 0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2025, matching the pace of the previous quarter and slightly above market expectations of 0.2%, according to a flash estimate. Among the bloc’s largest economies, Spain led the gains, the strongest quarterly growth in a year, surpassing expectations of 0.6%, supported by robust household consumption and fixed investment. The Netherlands expanded by 0.5%, driven primarily by exports. Germany and Italy each grew by 0.3%, both beating forecasts, while France grew 0.2%, as expected, marking its weakest quarterly pace since Q1 2025. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP rose 1.3%, above expectations of 1.2%. For full-year 2025, the Eurozone economy expanded 1.5%, up from 0.9% in 2024 and surpassing the European Commission’s 1.3% projection. Looking ahead, both the European Commission and the ECB expect growth to moderate to 1.2% in 2026 amid geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, before rebounding slightly to 1.4% in 2027.
Published on 2026-01-30

Eurozone Economy Holds Steady in Q4
The Eurozone economy grew by 0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2025, matching the pace of the previous quarter and slightly above market expectations of 0.2%, according to a flash estimate. Among the bloc’s largest economies, Spain led the gains, the strongest quarterly growth in a year, surpassing expectations of 0.6%, supported by robust household consumption and fixed investment. The Netherlands expanded by 0.5%, driven primarily by exports. Germany and Italy each grew by 0.3%, both beating forecasts, while France grew 0.2%, as expected, marking its weakest quarterly pace since Q1 2025. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP rose 1.3%, above expectations of 1.2%. For full-year 2025, the Eurozone economy expanded 1.5%, up from 0.9% in 2024 and surpassing the European Commission’s 1.3% projection. Looking ahead, both the European Commission and the ECB expect growth to moderate to 1.2% in 2026 amid geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, before rebounding slightly to 1.4% in 2027.
Published on 2026-01-30

Eurozone Economy Holds Steady in Q4
The Eurozone economy grew by 0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2025, matching the pace of the previous quarter and slightly above market expectations of 0.2%, according to a flash estimate. Among the bloc’s largest economies, Spain led the gains, the strongest quarterly growth in a year, surpassing expectations of 0.6%, supported by robust household consumption and fixed investment. The Netherlands expanded by 0.5%, driven primarily by exports. Germany and Italy each grew by 0.3%, both beating forecasts, while France grew 0.2%, as expected, marking its weakest quarterly pace since Q1 2025. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP rose 1.3%, above expectations of 1.2%. For full-year 2025, the Eurozone economy expanded 1.5%, up from 0.9% in 2024 and surpassing the European Commission’s 1.3% projection. Looking ahead, growth is expected to moderate to 1.2% in 2026, amid geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, before picking up slightly to 1.4% in 2027.
Published on 2026-01-30

Eurozone Q3 GDP Revised Up to 0.3%
Eurozone GDP growth for the third quarter of 2025 was revised slightly higher to 0.3%, up from the preliminary estimate of 0.2% and above the previous quarter’s 0.1% expansion. The upgrade was driven by a rebound in fixed investment, which rose 0.9% compared with a 1.7% decline in Q2, and stronger government spending, up 0.7% versus 0.4% in the previous quarter. Inventory changes contributed an additional 0.1 percentage point to GDP. Household consumption growth eased slightly to 0.2% from 0.3%, while net exports subtracted 0.2 percentage points as imports rose 1.3% and exports grew more slowly at 0.7%. Among the region’s largest economies, Spain and France led the expansion with growth of 0.6% and 0.5%, respectively, followed by the Netherlands at 0.4% and Italy at a modest 0.1%. In contrast, Germany’s economy remained stagnant during the quarter.
Published on 2025-12-05

Eurozone Q3 GDP Revised Up to 0.3%
Eurozone GDP growth for the third quarter of 2025 was revised slightly higher to 0.3%, up from the preliminary estimate of 0.2% and above the previous quarter’s 0.1% expansion. The upgrade was driven by a rebound in fixed investment, which rose 0.9% compared with a 1.7% decline in Q2, and stronger government spending, up 0.7% versus 0.4% in the previous quarter. Inventory changes contributed an additional 0.1 percentage point to GDP. Household consumption growth eased slightly to 0.2% from 0.3%, while net exports subtracted 0.2 percentage points as imports rose 1.3% and exports grew more slowly at 0.7%. Among the region’s largest economies, Spain and France led the expansion with growth of 0.6% and 0.5%, respectively, followed by the Netherlands at 0.4% and Italy at a modest 0.1%. In contrast, Germany’s economy remained stagnant during the quarter.
Published on 2025-12-05

Eurozone Q3 GDP Growth Confirmed at 0.2%
The Eurozone economy expanded by 0.2% quarter-on-quarter in Q3 2025, up from 0.1% in the previous period, according to a second estimate. Spain remained the standout performer among the bloc’s major economies, growing 0.6% as expected thanks to solid household spending and robust investment. France also posted strong momentum with a 0.5% increase, fueled by a sharp rebound in exports, while the Netherlands advanced 0.4%. In contrast, Germany’s economy stagnated amid weakening external demand, while Italy flatlined as industrial output contracted and the services sector showed no growth. On an annual basis, Eurozone GDP rose 1.4%, slightly above the preliminary estimate of 1.3% but below the 1.5% pace recorded in Q2. The figures suggest the bloc continues to show resilience despite geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, reducing immediate pressure on the ECB to deliver additional rate cuts.
Published on 2025-11-14