Eurostat reports that nearly half of Greeks (50.5%) were unable to cover unexpected expenses in 2025, the highest rate in the European Union. This represents a rise from 43.9% in 2024 and highlights growing financial insecurity among Greek households. Additionally, 46.6% of Greeks cannot afford a week of vacation, further indicating economic strain. The report notes that 27.5% of the Greek population faces poverty or social exclusion, the second-highest rate in the EU after Bulgaria. Greece's GDP per capita in purchasing power parity remains the lowest in the EU, with purchasing power 32% below the European average. However, Greece has seen an increase in price levels relative to the EU average, reaching 84% in 2025.
Bias read (Center): The article presents statistical data from Eurostat without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It provides comparative figures across EU countries and discusses economic conditions without favoring any particular political perspective. The framing is neutral, focusing on numerical trends
