Estonia’s population decreased by 7,041 according to preliminary data
The preliminary data of Statistics Estonia show that, on 1 January 2026, the population of Estonia was 1,362,954, which is 7,041 persons fewer than at the same time a year ago. In 2025, there were 9,092 births and 15,427 deaths. Based on preliminary data, net migration was negative again after several years – according to registered migration data, 11,298 people arrived in the country and 12,004 people left.
There were 7% more foreign tourists accommodated in November
According to Statistics Estonia, accommodation establishments served 254,989 tourists in November 2025, which is 3% more than in the same month a year earlier. There were 7% more foreign tourists, but the number of domestic tourists did not increase.
Exports of goods were up by 3% and imports by 7% in November
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2025, Estonia’s exports of goods increased by 3% and imports by 7% compared with November 2024. Exports of goods amounted to over 1.6 billion euros and imports to more than 1.9 billion euros at current prices. Exports of goods of Estonian origin were down in November year on year.
The consumer price index rose by 4.8% last year
According to Statistics Estonia, in 2025, the consumer price index increased by 4.8% compared with the average of 2024. The price changes of food and non-alcoholic beverages had the biggest impact on the consumer price index in 2025.
Industrial production grew by 3.4% in November
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2025, the total production of industrial enterprises increased by 3.4% at constant prices compared with the same month of 2024. Among the three main sectors, output increased by 10% in mining and by 4.5% in manufacturing but decreased by 8.7% in energy production.
The volume of retail trade turnover in November was unchanged year on year
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2025, the turnover of retail trade enterprises was 907 million euros. Compared with November 2024, the volume of retail trade turnover remained at the same level.