Eurogroup statement on the fiscal stance for the euro area in 2025 - Consilium

Eurogroup statement on the fiscal stance for the euro area in 2025 - Consilium

 

The conditions for a gradual acceleration of economic activity in 2024 and 2025 remain in place in the euro area. Based on the Commission spring forecast, consumption is emerging as a key driver, on the back of a further deceleration in inflation and a resilient labour market. Investment is expected to benefit from improving credit conditions and the continued deployment of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). Risks to the economic outlook remain tilted to the downside, amid a still challenging external environment. (...)