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HICP flash estimate: prices down by 0.4% in June

In June, the confidence of industrial enterprises declined, while assessments in other sectors and among consumers improved slightly

The number of international students decreased last year but their tax contribution increased

The share of innovative enterprises in Estonia is growing

Latest business and consumer survey results published by Statistics Estonia

Statistics Estonia starts monitoring consumers’ and enterprises’ economic confidence: each response matters

On 4 May, Statistics Estonia begins the economic sentiment surveys that show how secure Estonian residents feel financially and how enterprises see the future of their business activities.

GDP flash estimate: the economy grew by 1.3% in Q1

According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in the first quarter of 2026, the gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 1.3% compared with the same period of 2025.

HICP flash estimate: prices up by 0.9% in April

According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in April, the harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP), which includes the expenditures of tourists, increased by 0.9% compared with March. Compared with April last year, the HICP rose by 3.3%. This is a flash estimate which will be refined once more detailed data on April prices are received.

Statistics Estonia will start conducting business and consumer surveys

Starting from May 2026, Statistics Estonia will conduct business and consumer surveys, used to assess economic confidence among enterprises and consumers.

Average wages increased by 5.6% last year

The consumer price index rose by 4.8% last year

Estonia’s population decreased by 7,041 according to preliminary data

Industrial producer price index continued to decrease in December

According to Statistics Estonia, in December 2018, the change of the producer price index of industrial output was -0.6% compared to November and 1.6% compared to December 2017.

Statistics Estonia to decide the population census method at the end of the year

Statistics Estonia will decide at the end of this year whether the 2021 Population and Housing Census will be register-based. The decision will be made based on the results and quality of the ongoing second trial census.

The population of Estonia increased last year

According to Statistics Estonia, the preliminary estimate of the population of Estonia as at 1 January 2019 was 1,323,820, which is 4,690 persons more than at the same time a year ago.

In November, the number of tourists who stayed in accommodation establishments decreased

According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2018, domestic and foreign tourists who stayed in accommodation establishments numbered 235,000, which is 1% fewer than in November 2017. Compared to November 2017, the number of domestic tourists increased and the number of foreign tourists decreased.

In November, the trade deficit decreased

According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2018, the exports of goods increased by 18% and imports by 15% compared to November 2017. The trade deficit was 56 million euros. The last time the balance was under 60 million euros was in January 2015.

Consumer Price Index in December

According to Statistics Estonia, the change of the consumer price index in December 2018 was -0.3% compared to November 2018 and 3.4% compared to December 2017.

The greatest impact on the annual change of the consumer price index came from housing

According to Statistics Estonia, the consumer price index increased 3.4% in 2018 compared to the average of 2017.

In November, the volume of industrial production was greater than a year ago

According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2018, the production of industrial enterprises increased by 8% compared to November 2017. Production increased in manufacturing and energy, but decreased in mining.

In November, the turnover growth of retail trade enterprises accelerated

According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2018, compared to November 2017, the turnover of retail trade enterprises increased 5% at constant prices. While in October the turnover increased 3% compared to the same month of the previous year, in November the growth accelerated.