Press release - 1 May 2025 09:00

New data shows significant change in minimum wage landscape across EU

As Europe faces ongoing economic challenges and evolving labour needs, the minimum wage landscape across the EU is also undergoing notable changes. From January 2024 to January 2025, the pace of nominal wage increases has generally slowed compared to the previous year. However, central and eastern Member States have seen significant wage hikes, contrasting with the more moderate adjustments in the west. This evolving scenario is the central focus of the latest episode of Eurofound Talks.

In the episode, host Mary McCaughey sits down with Eurofound expert Carlos Vacas Soriano to explore the implications of these shifts. The recent adjustments in minimum wage levels highlight the diverse responses from Member States to ongoing economic pressures, as well as the influence of the EU Adequate Minimum Wages Directive, Vacas Soriano notes.

Listeners are invited to dive into the intricacies of Europe's minimum wage dynamics and the factors driving these changes. The conversation also sheds light on the broader implications of minimum wage change for income inequalities and gender equality.

Listen to the episode for free on our dedicated page, or on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Also make sure to subscribe to Eurofound Talks so you don’t miss an episode.

Do you have feedback on the series, or suggestions for future episodes? Email james.higgins@eurofound.europa.eu, or engage with us on Instagram, LinkedIn or Facebook with your ideas.

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James Higgins

Press contact Communication Officer jhi@eurofound.europa.eu +353-1-204-3100

Mary McCaughey

Press contact Head of Information and Communication Mary.McCaughey@eurofound.europa.eu

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