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1,360,745 people: Estonia’s population declined for the second year in a row

According to Statistics Estonia, on 1 January 2026, the population of Estonia stood at 1,360,745. This is 9,250 persons fewer than at the same time the year before. Estonia’s population decreased for the second year in a row. There were 9,240 births and 15,688 deaths last year. 15,212 persons immigrated to Estonia and 18,014 persons emigrated.

Read more 21. April 2026
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HICP flash estimate: prices down by 0.2% in March

According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in March, the harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP), which includes the expenditures of tourists, decreased by 0.2% compared with February. Compared with March last year, the HICP rose by 3.3%. This is a flash estimate which will be refined once more detailed data on March prices are received.

Read more 31. March 2026
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The construction price index continued to increase in the 2nd quarter

According to Statistics Estonia, the percentage change of the construction price index in the 2nd quarter of 2012 was 1.1% compared to the 1st quarter of 2012 and 4.7% compared to the 2nd quarter of the previous year. The quarterly change was mostly influenced by an increase in labour costs and the annual change by an increase in the cost of building materials.
Read more 20. July 2012
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In May exports were smaller than in the previous year

According to Statistics Estonia, in May 2012, exports of goods from Estonia decreased by 8% at current prices and imports to Estonia remained on the same level compared to May of the previous year. A small decrease in exports was also influenced by the record high basis in May of the previous year. Compared to April this year, the trade increased in May.
Read more 10. July 2012