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Rising Income Inequality in Europe Sparks Policy Debates

10/29/2025

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EU_Eurostat reports rising income inequality in Europe, with 17.4% of EU households struggling to make ends meet in 2024, and 26% managing easily.
The data show 32.4% got by fairly easily, 24.2% faced some difficulty, and 11.1% were in serious trouble.
Policymakers are considering support measures, including temporary value-added tax (VAT) cuts and tax credits for low earners, and warn that poorly planned programs could strain public budgets.

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EU_Eurostat reports rising income inequality in Europe, with 17.4% of EU households struggling to make ends meet in 2024, and 26% managing easily.
The data show 32.4% got by fairly easily, 24.2% faced some difficulty, and 11.1% were in serious trouble.
Policymakers are considering support measures, including temporary value-added tax (VAT) cuts and tax credits for low earners, and warn that poorly planned programs could strain public budgets.