# Greek economic indicators and rankings

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-economic-indicators-and-rankings
> Updated: 2026-11-03T08:54:48.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In October 2026, the Economic Freedom of the World Index reported that Greece improved its global score from 7.01 to 7.17, rising two positions to 61st place among 165 countries. While the country showed progress in state size, international trade, currency stability, and the regulatory environment, its standing within the European Union declined from 24th to 25th place. A slight decrease was noted in the legal system and property rights scores.

By November 2026, data from IOBE indicated a decline in the Greek economic climate index, which fell to 106.9 points in October from 107.6 points in September. This downturn was driven by worsening expectations in the industrial, service, and retail sectors, as well as a decline in consumer confidence. While the construction sector saw minor improvements due to public works projects, households expressed increased pessimism regarding the national economy and personal finances. IOBE attributed these trends to persistent inflation, energy market disruptions, and geopolitical tensions.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-03: Greece economic climate index declines in October

Greece's economic climate index fell to 106.9 points in October, driven by declining expectations in industry, services, and retail, despite a slight boost in construction from public works.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-economic-climate-index-declines-in-october

### 2026-10-06: Greece rises in global economic freedom ranking

Greece rose two spots to 61st in the global Economic Freedom of the World Index, though it fell to 25th place within the European Union.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-rises-in-global-economic-freedom-ranking

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