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1. Athlos Capital Wins ''Best Wealth Manager in Cyprus'' at Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athlos-capital-wins-best-wealth-manager-in-cyprus-at-euromoney-private-banking-awards-2025

Athlos Capital is proud to announce that it has been awarded ''Best Wealth Manager in Cyprus'' at the prestigious Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025, held on 27th of March in London....

2. Cyprus surges ahead amid global economic headwinds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-surges-ahead-amid-global-economic-headwinds

It’s hard to overstate the progress Cyprus has made in recent years. Once overshadowed by economic turmoil, the island has emerged as a standout in the Mediterranean, blending resilience with opportunity....

3. Aegean reports strong 2024 results with record revenue and passenger growth

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aegean-reports-strong-2024-results-with-record-revenue-and-passenger-growth

AEGEAN announces its operating and financial results for fiscal year 2024....

4. Deloitte Cyprus is honoured to continue contributing to the future of the Cyprus business landscape

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/deloitte-cyprus-is-honoured-to-continue-contributing-to-the-future-of-the-cyprus-business-landscape

Deloitte Cyprus is honoured that its Partner, George Pantelides, Consultative Businesses Leader and Chief Strategy Officer, will be taking office as the Chairman of the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB) for the next term....

5. AEGEAN grows its fleet by placing a firm order for 8 additional Airbus A321 neo aircraft

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-grows-its-fleet-by-placing-a-firm-order-for-8-additional-airbus-a321-neo-aircraft

AEGEAN announces the order of 8 additional A321neo aircraft, thus further expanding for the third time its original agreement with Airbus for A320 / A321neo family aircraft, initially signed in 2018, with the first deliveries starting in 2020....

6. MPs mull casino cash exemption despite laundering fears

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/mps-mull-casino-cash-exemption-despite-laundering-fears

A proposal to exempt casinos from Cyprus' €10,000 cash transaction limit has sparked a heated debate in parliament, with regulators warning that such a move could open the door to money laundering and create unequal rules for businesses....

7. Cyprus tax reform: Bold overhaul aims to boost economy but sparks debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-bold-overhaul-aims-to-boost-economy-but-sparks-debate

Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....

8. 33East Unites Cyprus’ Startup Ecosystem for Official Fund Launch

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/33east-unites-cyprus-startup-ecosystem-for-official-fund-launch

33East, a Cyprus-focused venture capital firm, is officially launching its debut fund with an event bringing together founders, investors, and key ecosystem leaders who share the vision of transforming Cyprus into a hive for innovation and entrepreneurship....

9. Cyprus tax reform: A win for families, a challenge for businesses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-a-win-for-families-a-challenge-for-businesses

Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....

10. Cyprus government unveils €60M investment plan to boost agriculture

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-unveils-€60m-investment-plan-to-boost-agriculture

The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...

11. Is Cyprus' public sector too large? Hiring freeze lifted amid rising costs.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/is-cyprus-public-sector-too-large-hiring-freeze-lifted-amid-rising-costs

The Cyprus government is set to fully lift the ban on hiring permanent public sector employees, marking a significant shift from austerity measures imposed over a decade ago....

12. €122M boost for Famagusta: 30 new projects announced

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-€122m-boost-for-famagusta-30-new-projects-announced

In a bold move to boost the development of the Famagusta district, President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, announced 30 new projects with a total budget of €122 million ...

13. Cyprus' mountain resorts see revival with government’s hotel upgrades

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-mountain-resorts-see-revival-with-government-s-hotel-upgrades

Cyprus' mountain resorts are seeing a business boom, thanks to a government-backed subsidy scheme aimed at upgrading hotels and tourist accommodations. ...

14. Europe at a crossroads: Act now or fade into irrelevance

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-at-a-crossroads-act-now-or-fade-into-irrelevance

Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....

15. Cyprus’ tax reform aiming for innovation, sustainability, and simplicity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-aiming-for-innovation-sustainability-and-simplicity

A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...

16. Trump’s tariff plans could hurt Cyprus’ economy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-s-tariff-plans-could-hurt-cyprus-economy

The looming inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has stirred concern across the Eurozone, and Cyprus is no exception....

17. First Cypriot appointed to helm global shipping powerhouse

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-cypriot-appointed-to-helm-global-shipping-powerhouse

The appointment of a Cypriot as Secretary General/CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is a major vote of confidence in the Cypriot shipping industry....

18. Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs outlines vision for 2026 EU Presidency

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-deputy-minister-for-european-affairs-outlines-vision-for-2026-eu-presidency

In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....

19. Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-openai-researcher-found-dead-amid-copyright-dispute

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former researcher at OpenAI, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26. Authorities reported no evidence of foul play. ...

20. Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-mps-vote-on-major-bills-including-tax-hikes-and-baby-bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

21. Europe shines in global race for smarter power grids, but China gains ground

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/europe-shines-in-global-race-for-smarter-power-grids-but-china-gains-ground

Europe is at the forefront of innovation in electricity grid technology, sharing the lead with Japan in global patent filings over the past decade....

22. A critical step for economic growth in Cyprus includes tax reform

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/minister-of-finance-outlines-plans-for-a-fairer-more-efficient-and-globally-competitive-tax-system

Speaking at an Open Discussion Event organized by the G.R.M. Professional Training Center at the St. Raphael Resort in Limassol, under the theme “The Upcoming Tax Reform in Cyprus: Purpose, Guidelines, and Timelines,” the Minister announced that a comprehensive meeting is planned for early 2025....

23. AI in Finance: Embrace the Future or Be Left Behind

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ai-in-finance-embrace-the-future-or-be-left-behind

Technology is changing how we do everything, and finance is no different. ...

24. Major companies eye Cyprus as European HQ, says annual securities report

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-companies-eye-cyprus-as-european-hq-says-annual-securities-report

The President of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, met with the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) at the Presidential Palace to receive their 2023 annual report. ...

25. Limassol’s growth deserves equal support

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/limassol-s-growth-deserves-equal-support

Who is driving development projects in Limassol, and how far have they progressed? Who decides how state development funds are allocated, and based on what criteria?...

26. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/geoeconomic-tensions-and-cyprus-staying-the-course-amid-challenges-ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

27. Sklavenitis expands in Cyprus, shaking up the supermarket scene

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sklavenitis-expands-in-cyprus-shaking-up-the-supermarket-scene

The Cypriot supermarket landscape is shifting as Greece's Sklavenitis Group officially takes over Papantoniou Supermarkets. With Competition Protection Commission approval, ...

28. Cyprus trade deficit drops by €1.18 billion as imports and exports decline

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-trade-deficit-drops-by-€1-18-billion-as-imports-and-exports-decline

Cyprus’ trade deficit dropped significantly by 17.4%, or €1.18 billion, in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period in 2023, according to provisional data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat). ...

29. Larnaca and Paphos airports to handle 17.5 million passengers annually

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-and-paphos-airports-to-handle-17-5-million-passengers-annually

The deal to hand over Larnaca and Paphos airports to Hermes Airports Ltd is nearly sealed, as the company moves toward......

30. Christodoulides and Erdogan hold rare talks at European Summit in Budapest

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-and-erdogan-hold-rare-talks-at-european-summit-in-budapest

President Nicos Christodoulides and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan engaged in an informal meeting Thursday on the sidelines of the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Budapest....

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