Eurochambres Survey Reveals Subdued Business Confidence Across 28 Countries

The Eurochambres Economic Survey 2026, released this week, highlights persistent productivity gaps for SMEs across Europe. Business leaders in 28 countries are calling for "bold actions" to lower energy costs and reduce administrative red tape.

Despite this, Eurostat reports that the EU economy is in a state of "moderate expansion," with stable unemployment rates in France and Germany. Research indicates that while economic sentiment is slightly edged down by retail uncertainty, the determination to innovate business models remains high among entrepreneurs in the Baltic and Scandinavian regions.