In the third quarter of 2025, business activity in the European Union has shown a notable increase, with a 4.0% growth in the number of new company registrations compared to the previous quarter. This data, disclosed by Eurostat, indicates a more dynamic and optimistic business environment.
However, this optimism is countered by a 4.4% increase in bankruptcy declarations during the same period. Thus, the economic situation presents a worrying duality, where, despite the growth of new initiatives, many companies face challenges that lead to closure.
The Eurostat report highlights that the growth in registrations has occurred in all economic sectors. The information and communication sector leads this growth with an impressive 6.0% increase, followed by construction, which has grown by 5.9%, and transportation, with a 5.5% increase. These sectors are seizing new opportunities in a market that is adapting to post-pandemic dynamics.
Regarding bankruptcies, the outlook is mixed. Although five sectors showed an increase in bankruptcies, three others experienced declines. The accommodation and food service sectors were the most affected, recording a concerning 20.7% increase in bankruptcies. Significant increases were also reported in transportation (18.7%) and financial services (14.1%). However, sectors such as information and communication, construction, and industry managed to reduce their bankruptcy figures, with decreases of 4.8%, 3.1%, and 0.1%, respectively.
This contrast between the increase in new registrations and the growth of bankruptcies reflects an economy in transformation. New companies are emerging strongly, while existing ones struggle to adapt to the constant market changes. Analyzing this data is essential to understand current economic trends and future projections in the European Union.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
