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According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in May 2025, the harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP), which includes the expenditures of tourists in Estonia, increased by 0.1% compared with April. Compared with May last year, the index rose by 4.6%.

How healthy are the people of Estonia?

Starting on 1 May, residents of Estonia will receive invitations to participate in the Estonian Health Interview Survey, which aims to assess the health status of the population, factors influencing it, and the use of health services. The survey covers the entire population of Estonia aged 15 and older.

HICP flash estimate: prices up by 1.2% in April

According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in April 2025, the harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP) increased by 1.2% compared with March and by 4.4% compared with April last year.

GDP flash estimate: economy grew by 1.2% in Q1

According to Statistics Estonia’s preliminary estimate, in the first quarter of 2025, the gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 1.2% compared with the first quarter of last year.

In the 2nd quarter, year-over-year growth in average wages and salaries accelerated

According to Statistics Estonia, in the 2nd quarter of 2017, the average monthly gross wages and salaries were 1,242 euros, and increased 6.8% compared to the 2nd quarter of 2016. The year-over-year growth in wages and salaries, which had decelerated for four successive quarters, accelerated again and was 1.1 percentage points faster than in the previous quarter.

The profit of the business sector increased in the 2nd quarter

According to Statistics Estonia, in the 2nd quarter of 2017, the total profit of the business sector was 827 million euros, which was 22% more than in the same period the year before.

Construction volumes increased in the 2nd quarter

According to Statistics Estonia, in the 2nd quarter of 2017 compared to the same quarter of the previous year, the total production of Estonian construction enterprises in Estonia and foreign countries increased 18%. Taking into account only the Estonian construction market, the construction volumes increased 25%.

The industrial producer price index increased in July

According to Statistics Estonia, in July 2017, the producer price index of industrial output changed by 0.4% compared to June and by 4.1% compared to July 2016.

Labour force participation rate at highest for 20 years

According to Statistics Estonia, in the 2nd quarter of 2017, the unemployment rate was 7%, the employment rate 66.9% and the labour force participation rate 72%. Compared to the 2nd quarter of 2016, the employment rate remained on the same level and the labour force participation rate reached its highest level for 20 years.

Both in June and throughout the 2nd quarter, trade increased

According to Statistics Estonia, in June 2017, the exports of goods increased by 11% and imports by 6% compared to June 2016. In the second quarter, compared to the 2nd quarter of the previous year, exports grew 8% and imports 7%.

In July, the annual change of the consumer price index was affected the most by food

According to Statistics Estonia, the change of the consumer price index in July 2017 was 0.7% compared to June 2017 and 3.6% compared to July of the previous year.

In June, more tourists stayed in accommodation establishments than a year ago

According to Statistics Estonia, 372,000 domestic and foreign tourists stayed in Estonian accommodation establishments in June 2017, which is 8% more than in June 2016.

In June, the turnover growth of retail trade enterprises accelerated

According to Statistics Estonia, in June 2017, the turnover of retail trade enterprises increased 5% at constant prices compared to June 2016. While in May turnover increased 1% compared to the same month of the previous year, in June growth accelerated.

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