Study: Estonian Adults Among the Best in the World in Skills, Especially in Younger Generations
3.6 million tourists: number of accommodated tourists was up by 5% in 2024
According to Statistics Estonia, in 2024, Estonian accommodation establishments served 3.6 million tourists, which is 5% more than in 2023 but 5% less than in 2019.
Retail trade volume down by 1% year on year
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2024, the turnover of retail trade enterprises was €884 million. Compared with November 2023, the volume of retail trade turnover decreased by 1%.
In November, the volume of industrial production was unchanged year on year
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2024, the total production of industrial enterprises at constant prices was almost the same as in November 2023, falling by 0.1%. Among the three industrial sectors, output increased by 1.5% in manufacturing but decreased by 2.3% in mining and by 15.3% in electricity production.
The numbers of unemployed and employed persons both increased last year
According to Statistics Estonia, in 2024, the unemployment rate was 7.6%, the employment rate was 68.9%, and the labour force participation rate was 74.6%.