ECONOMY Construction needs 5,000 more workers. Who gets to hire them? Dorita Yiannakou The labor shortage in Cyprus’ construction industry is getting worse. Building activity is picking up, new projects are getting underway, and employers are struggling to fill skilled jobs. READ MORE
Cyprus can attract investors, but can it make it easier for them to grow? At the Economist’s Nicosia summit, business leaders called for clearer approval deadlines, faster courts and easier access ... Newsroom 09/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Lidl launches international Christmas campaign Discovering the magic of enjoyment is More to Value Press Release 09/11/2026 | BUSINESS
ONCE UPON A WINTER AT MINTHIS Step into the Winter Forest. Discover Christmas at Minthis. Press Release 09/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Bank of Cyprus introduces Cyprus’ first AI banking assistant. DANAI now available on the BoC Mobile App, providing instant answers to your banking questions Press Release 09/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Cyprus falls behind in the race to become a regional trade hub The ambition to turn the island into a regional trading center remains largely on paper Dorita Yiannakou 08/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Fitch upgrades Cyprus to ‘A’ on strength of public finances The rating agency points to strong budget surpluses, falling debt and continued economic growth, assigning Cyprus a stable ... Newsroom 07/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Cyprus’s external gap widens as growth holds up The revised figures increase the 2025 current account deficit by €870 million to €3.21 billion. Press Release 06/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Alphamega Hypermarkets light up Christmas! Four stores, one festive celebration — with simultaneous Christmas tree lightings, music, treats and surprises for all ages. ... Press Release 06/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Lidl Cyprus & JA Cyprus: Training mentors in sustainable entrepreneurship for the 6th cycle of ‘mind REset’ The training of educators who will guide the new generation in reducing food waste was completed at the Lidl Food Academy. ... Press Release 05/11/2026 | BUSINESS
Police arrest 38 in Limassol labor and immigration operation Employers fined a total of €180,000 by labor inspectors during the joint operation. Newsroom 05/11/2026 | BUSINESS
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