In the EU, single adult households have reached 80 million, making up over half of the total. The number of people living alone without children has increased by over 21% from 2013 to 2023, leading to a financial burden termed 'singles tax'. A study by Credwise ranks Switzerland as the best country for singles in terms of purchasing power, despite high living costs. Other countries like the Netherlands and Germany also rank well due to a favorable balance between income and living expenses. Nordic countries, including Iceland and Norway, also show strong performance in this regard. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)