Italian metalworkers’ unions secure pay rise and employer action on precarious work
On 22 November 2025, FIM, UILM and FIOM concluded a renewed collective agreement benefitting 1.5 million workers in Italy’s metal industries.
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Belgian unions protest attacks on wage indexation, unemployment benefits and pension rights
Three consecutive days of strike action against the government’s policies were organised in Belgium in November. The social movement continues to garner strong support from working families and the broader population.
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European Court of Justice confirms validity of Minimum Wage Directive
On 11 November 2025, the CJEU ruled that almost the entire EU Directive on minimum wages and collective bargaining is firmly grounded in the Treaties.
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Inflation in the Euro area in November 2025
Euro area annual inflation is expected to be 2.2% in November 2025. A year earlier, it was also 2.2%.
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Inflation in the EU in October 2025
European Union annual inflation was 2.5% in October 2025. A year earlier, the rate was 2.3%.
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