Greece Ranks Near Bottom of EU Poverty Risk

Greece's purchasing power in 2026 is among the lowest in Europe, according to Eurostat data. The country's purchasing power is 32% below the European average. Greece currently shares this bottom ranking with Bulgaria. The report notes that Greece is at the bottom of the continent in terms of consumer spending capacity. The source notes that young people are leaving the country due to a lack of dignity and economic opportunity. This trend is described as a struggle for a normal life amidst rising inequality. More than one in four Greek citizens are currently at risk of poverty or social exclusion. The nation ranks second-to-last among European Union member states for this metric.