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Which European countries are most exposed to higher energy prices?

The rise in energy prices resulting from the Iran conflict will have an adverse impact on most European economies. In the euro-zone, Germany and Italy are more exposed than France, though Germany has more scope for fiscal support. The UK is less exposed than most but has little room for fiscal support.

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