Economy

Eurozone Inflation and GDP Growth Forecasts Rise Slightly for 2025 and Beyond

Eurozone Inflation Forecasts Adjusted Upwards

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

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 marking a 0.1 percentage point increase from earlier forecasts. The outlook for 2027 is even more optimistic, with growth expected to hit 1.4%, up from the previous 1.3%.

Unemployment Rate to Remain Stable

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