The Investor
13 Nov 2026, 15:14
Eurozone Economy Grows 0.4% in Q3 as Trade Deficit Narrows
The eurozone economy expanded 0.4% quarter over quarter in the third quarter, matching expectations but slowing from 0.6% growth in the previous quarter.
On an annual basis, GDP increased 1.3%, also in line with forecasts and slightly above the previous 1.2% growth rate.
Separately, the eurozone recorded a trade deficit of €10.3 billion in September. While still negative, the deficit narrowed considerably from €16.6 billion previously, though it remained wider than the €4.5 billion deficit expected by economists.
Overall, the data point to continued economic expansion in the euro area, although quarterly growth moderated and the trade balance remained weaker than forecast.
The eurozone economy expanded 0.4% quarter over quarter in the third quarter, matching expectations but slowing from 0.6% growth in the previous quarter.
On an annual basis, GDP increased 1.3%, also in line with forecasts and slightly above the previous 1.2% growth rate.
Separately, the eurozone recorded a trade deficit of €10.3 billion in September. While still negative, the deficit narrowed considerably from €16.6 billion previously, though it remained wider than the €4.5 billion deficit expected by economists.
Overall, the data point to continued economic expansion in the euro area, although quarterly growth moderated and the trade balance remained weaker than forecast.
