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Construction volume increased for the second quarter in a row

According to Statistics Estonia, in the second quarter of 2026, the total production value of Estonian construction enterprises in Estonia and abroad increased by 3.8% compared with the second quarter of 2025. Considering only the domestic market, the rise in construction volume was 4.6%.

Read more 28. August 2026
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Volume of retail trade turnover up by 4% in July

According to Statistics Estonia, in July, the turnover of retail trade enterprises was 982 million euros. Compared with July 2025, the volume of retail trade turnover increased by 4%. Enterprises engaged in the retail sale of automotive fuel had the biggest impact on this increase.

Read more 27. August 2026
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The Farm Structure Survey begins in September

The Farm Structure Survey 2026 is conducted by Statistics Estonia from 1 September until 30 November. The survey provides a comprehensive overview of agriculture in Estonia. These data are required for developing agricultural policies. Agricultural holdings who are in the sample but have not answered online by 23 September will be contacted by Statistics Estonia’s interviewers by phone between 24 September and 30 November. 

Read more 25. August 2026
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The unemployment rate was 6.6% in the second quarter

According to Statistics Estonia, in the second quarter of 2026, the unemployment rate was 6.6%, the employment rate was 68.6%, and the labour force participation rate was 73.4%. The unemployment rate decreased, but employment indicators did not improve much.

Read more 14. August 2026