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HICP flash estimate: prices up by 0.3% in August

According to the preliminary estimate of Statistics Estonia, in August 2026, the harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP), which includes the expenditures of tourists, increased by 0.3% compared with July. Compared with August last year, the HICP rose by 1.3%. This is a flash estimate which will be refined once more detailed data on August prices are received.

Read more 1. September 2026
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The economy grew by 1.8% in the second quarter

According to Statistics Estonia, in the second quarter of 2026, the gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 1.8% compared with the same period of 2025. The GDP at current prices amounted to 11.1 billion euros in the second quarter.

Read more 31. August 2026
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Construction volume increased for the second quarter in a row

According to Statistics Estonia, in the second quarter of 2026, the total production value of Estonian construction enterprises in Estonia and abroad increased by 3.8% compared with the second quarter of 2025. Considering only the domestic market, the rise in construction volume was 4.6%.

Read more 28. August 2026
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Volume of retail trade turnover up by 4% in July

According to Statistics Estonia, in July, the turnover of retail trade enterprises was 982 million euros. Compared with July 2025, the volume of retail trade turnover increased by 4%. Enterprises engaged in the retail sale of automotive fuel had the biggest impact on this increase.

Read more 27. August 2026