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GDP flash estimate: the economy contracted by 0.7% in Q3

Date 01.11.2024
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Robert Müürsepp, team lead of national accounts at Statistics Estonia, said that, compared with the previous quarter, the economy was stable. “Compared with the second quarter of 2024, the seasonally and working-day adjusted GDP was up by 0.1%,” noted Müürsepp. According to Eurostat , the EU economy showed slightly faster growth in the third quarter, as the increase in GDP was 0.9% year on year. Statistics Estonia will publish more detailed GDP data for the third quarter of 2024 on 29 November . See also the GDP flash estimate in the statistical database . Learn more about national accounts

Publication of statistics according to EMTAK 2025

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EMTAK 2025 is the new version of the Estonian Classification of Economic Activities which is in force since 1 January 2025 and has been updated to reflect today’s economic environment and activities. Publication of data based on the new classification begins in 2026. The use of common classifications in the compilation and publication of statistics ensures the comparability of statistical information. Economic activities are classified according to the Estonian Classification of Economic Activities (EMTAK) which has a hierarchical structure with five levels. The first four levels correspond to

Unemployment decreased a little, employment is rising

Date 15.08.2024
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According to Statistics Estonia, in the second quarter of 2024, the unemployment rate was 7.6%, the employment rate was 69.7%, and the labour force participation rate was 75.4%.

European Social Survey

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What kind of survey is it? The European Social Survey (ESS) identifies the social structure of European countries and people’s living conditions, and analyses the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviour of people in relation to the development of institutions. Who commissions the survey? The survey is funded by the Estonian Research Council and the Ministry of Social Affairs. Why are the data needed? The aim of the European Social Survey is to bring together high-quality data to study the development of societies and people's behaviour. It is an international social science survey, the results of

In July, 13% more foreign tourists were accommodated than last year

Date 11.09.2024
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According to Statistics Estonia, accommodation establishments served 507,600 tourists in July 2024, which is 5% more than in July last year. The number of foreign tourists increased, but the number of domestic tourists decreased in July.

Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC)

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What kind of survey is it? The Survey of Adult Skills (Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies – PIAAC) provides information on the skills and work experience of adults. It is the most comprehensive adult skills survey ever conducted. The survey covers mainly OECD countries. Who commissions the survey? In Estonia, the survey is conducted by the Ministry of Education and Research in cooperation with Statistics Estonia. The survey is commissioned by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Why are the data needed? The Survey of Adult Skills

The consumer price index rose by 9.2% in 2023

Date 08.01.2024
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According to Statistics Estonia, in 2023, the consumer price index increased by 9.2% compared with the average of 2022. Price changes related to food and non-alcoholic beverages had the biggest impact on the consumer price index in 2023.