Croatia: Record 36% of students fail basic math literacy, HUP warns of economic impact

A record 36% of Croatian students fail to reach basic mathematical literacy, with only 5% solving complex problems, according to HUP's Weekly Focus. This signals a deterioration in human capital that could constrain future productivity, wages, and economic growth. The claim is based on a business association's analysis, not official data, so the exact figures are unverified.