European Spending Habits Shift: Spain Leads Savings Despite Record Inflation

European Spending Habits Shift: Spain Leads Savings Despite Record Inflation

By Michael Thornton

March 21, 2025 at 03:39 PM

The impact of record inflation across Europe has created diverse patterns in spending and saving behaviors during March to August, with notable variations across different countries.

Savings Patterns

  • Spanish and German consumers demonstrated increased saving habits
  • European women managed to save an additional €17 monthly on average
  • Spain recorded the highest savings rates despite unprecedented inflation levels

Income and Spending Trends

  • Income levels showed positive growth across European nations from March
  • Italy and Germany experienced a decline in savings despite income increases
  • Food and grocery spending:
    • Decreased: France and Spain
    • Increased significantly: Other European countries

Leisure Spending Variations

  • Germany: Increased spending in hospitality sector (bars and restaurants)
  • Italy: Higher expenditure on beach and vacation-related activities

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Calendar and banking lifestyle icons

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Women taking financial app selfie

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Two people relaxing on grass

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Woman writing at desk

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Two women taking financial app selfie

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Two people relaxing on grass

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Woman writing at desk

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