The eurozone economy grew by 0.3% in Q1 2025, slightly up from 0.2% in Q4 2024, but down from an initial estimate of 0.4%. Annual GDP growth was 1.2%. Ireland led quarterly growth at 3.2%, while Portugal and Slovenia faced contractions. Employment rose by 0.3% quarterly and 0.8% annually. Industrial production surged by 2.6% in March, driven by strong performance in capital goods. The euro strengthened against the dollar, but European equities were mixed due to disappointing corporate earnings. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)