economy
Gas prices rising again in the EU
According to data from the European statistical office, this is almost 7.5 percent more than in the first six months of last year, when 100 kilowatt-hours cost an average of 11.43 euros.
TL;DR
- Average household gas prices in the EU increased by nearly 7.5% in the second half of 2025 compared to the first half.
- The average price rose to 12.28 euros per 100 kilowatt-hours.
- This trend suggests a return to normal seasonal price variations seen before the 2022 energy crisis.
- Sweden recorded the highest gas prices for households at 20.92 euros per 100 kWh.
- Hungary had the lowest prices at 3.40 euros per 100 kWh.
- The tax burden on natural gas prices was highest in the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden.
- Households in Sweden, Portugal, and Italy face the highest gas prices when adjusted for purchasing power.