Greek workers remain among Europe's poorest despite wage rises
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- Category: Europe
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 06:04 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
A report by Al Jazeera highlights that inflation since the 2009 financial crisis has eroded about a third of Greek workers' income, leaving them among the lowest‑earning groups in the EU even after recent pay increases. The analysis cites national statistics and points to persistent economic challenges.
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