2021-08-28
Latvian economic growth goes hand in hand with deficits and inflation
The Latvian central bank indicates an increase in GDP of 3.3% this year and 6.5% in 2022. Budget deficit and inflation forecasts are revised upwards.
Tag: job
2021-08-21
Energy turns on inflation alarm in Estonia
Energy prices are 22% higher and inflation will be maintained in the coming months by rising prices on the global market for raw materials and imported goods.
2021-08-14
Poland: decarbonization kicks +2% of GDP and +300K jobs
Third largest economy in the EU, with the emission of more than 800 gm of carbon dioxide per euro of GDP, where coal dominates the energy sector, with a 77% share in electricity production.
2021-07-31
Populism didn’t solve migration and fertility problems in Poland
The 500+ policy seems to have had the political effects desired by the government, rather than solving economic and demographic issues.
2021-05-22
Estonia: job inclusion can be more effective
Despite the employment rate among 15- to 64-year-olds at 75.2%, the country faces a shrinking workforce and regional disparities.
2021-04-24
Despite government measures, in Poland consumption (-5%) and investments fell
Unemployment has risen: consumption and investment face a higher level of uncertainty and a decline in capacity utilization induced by lower demand.
2020-12-26
In Lithuania, exports remain resilient to the pandemic
Private consumption will remain strong thanks to rising incomes, pension indexation, higher minimum wages and a vibrant labour market.
2020-12-12
In Latvia, skilled emigration and recycling hold back growth potential
Latvian GDP growth fell by -9.2% and the current account deficit is on the rise. Loans to the private sector are held back by an extensive informal sector.
2020-11-28
Estonia: excellent ICT and accounts, but weak demand damps exports
Tallinn’s GDP will fall by 4.5%, while in 2021-22 will recover with the rebound in private consumption and investment. Public debt remains the lowest in the EU.
2020-10-31
Poland: it’s not all gold what glitters
Before the pandemic outbreak, the economy was expected to slow down slightly (+3%), with a decrease in exports and investments.