Economy

Eurozone Inflation and GDP Growth Forecasts Rise Slightly for 2025, ECB Survey Reveals

Eurozone Inflation Forecasts Adjusted Upwards

According to the latest European Central Bank's Survey of Professional Forecasters (SPF), headline inflation in the Eurozone is expected to reach 2.2% in 2025, marking a 0.1 percentage point increase from previous estimates. The forecast for 2026 has also been adjusted upwards to 2%, with predictions for 2027 remaining steady at the same rate.

GDP Growth Expectations Revised

The survey also revised GDP growth expectations for the Eurozone, projecting 0.9% growth in 2025 and 1.2% in 2026, both figures seeing a 0.1 percentage point increase. The outlook for 2027 is even more optimistic, with growth anticipated at 1.4%, up from the previous 1.3% forecast.

Unemployment Rate to Remain Stable

On the employment front, the unemployment rate is expected to hold steady at 6.3% across 2025, 2026, and 2027, indicating a stable labor market in the coming years.