https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lackluster-sales-show-consumer-hesitation-and-vigilance
From 9 in the morning, several stores opened their doors for Black Friday, primarily in the field of electrical and electronic devices, but the traffic is at low levels and certainly not comparable to previous years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-cyprus-shines-a-spotlight-on-workplace-wellbeing-in-successful-webcast-event
EY Cyprus is pleased to announce the successful completion of its highly anticipated webcast event, where the results of the Cyprus Workplace Wellbeing Survey were presented. The event, held on November 20th, brought together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss and dissect the findings of this significant survey. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/larnaka-based-marketing-agency-ranked-in-top-4-digital-advertising-teams-in-the-world-for-2023
The Obsidian Co. is positioning Cyprus on the global stage, securing a spot in the top 4 finalists in The Drum Awards 2023's ''Agency Team of the Year'', solidifying its status among the world's best digital advertising agencies....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/navigating-black-friday-discounts-vs-reality
Discounts of a few euros, or even cents, are being advertised by electronics and appliance companies in anticipation of Black Friday. However, market activity does not seem to meet the expected levels for the Black Friday period, and it is certainly considerably lower compared to the peak observed in 2018 and 2019....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/swedish-media-exposes-sizopoulos-s-tie-to-golden-passports-scheme
In a joint investigation, Göteborgs-Posten and OCCRP shed light on EPP President Marinos Sizopoulos's connection to the 'golden passports' scandal....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/major-players-unveil-ambitious-plans-for-shopping-malls-in-limassol
After Nicosia, the competition among shopping centers is shifting to the market in Limassol. The focus of the two strong players in the capital, Nicosia Mall (owned by Zorpa Group, PHC Group, Athienitis Group, and VLM Group) and Atterbury Europe (Mall of Cyprus), is set on their next investments in Limassol....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-gets-bbb-boost-in-latest-ratings-but-challenges-persist
The German Scope Ratings have given a positive sign for Cyprus by upgrading the country to BBB+ last Friday from the previous BBB while keeping the outlook of the economy stable. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/parliament-debates-shops-opening-hours
The talk about when shops should open is back, and this time, it's the Parliamentary Committee on Labour, Welfare, and Social Security discussing it. The Committee's head, Andros Kafkalias, thinks the government needs to set some rules on when shops can be open....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/astrobank-residential-and-other-properties-for-sale
AstroBank is selling agricultural, commercial and residential properties in various areas of Cyprus such as Paphos, Famagusta, Nicosia and Larnaca....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banks-eye-over-1-billion-euro-profits-in-2023
Cypriot banks, including the Greek bank, are poised to rake in substantial profits for 2023, benefitting from the European Central Bank's interest rate hikes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/binance-s-zhao-steps-down-as-ceo
In a significant development for the cryptocurrency world, Changpeng Zhao, better known as CZ, has announced his resignation as the chief executive officer of Binance....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-bank-rakes-in-€240-7m-in-2023-s-first-9-months
Hellenic Bank announced on Tuesday a profit of €240.7 million for the first 9 months of 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/november-newsletter-of-k-treppides-co-ltd-financial-conduct-authority-fca
A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/nicosia-s-one-stop-shop-sparks-green-line-trade-revolution
The European Commission has taken a significant step in facilitating cross-border trade with the introduction of the EU One Stop Shop (EU OSS) for Green Line trade, located in the vibrant city of Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/michael-kyprianou-co-llc-receives-cyprus-firm-of-the-year-legal-award-at-who-s-who-legal-awards-2023
Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC has been awarded the Cyprus Firm of the Year Award by Who’s Who Legal (WWL). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/openai-s-loss-propels-altman-into-microsoft-s-arms
In a significant move that reverberates across the tech industry, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has confirmed the addition of former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and ex-president Greg Brockman to Microsoft's talent pool....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/unlocking-the-future-of-fintech-with-ecommbx-where-money-meets-innovation
Are you ready to embark on a fintech adventure like no other? Welcome to ECOMMBX, where we’re not just another Electronic Money Institution but game-changers of the industry! Regulated by the Central Bank of Cyprus under license no. 115.1.3.20/2018, we consider ourselves pioneers of innovation in Electronic Money Services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eyes-$1-22-billion-for-electric-cars
Cyprus is set to undergo a transformative phase with its revised Recovery and Resilience Plan, valued at $1.22 billion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-deep-dive-into-food-waste-solutions
A third of all food produced is never eaten, meanwhile millions go hungry. What can be done? Here are six simple solutions to food waste....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/guardian-russian-money-flows-without-questions-in-the-occupied-territories
In the Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus, an influx of Russian speakers, particularly from the former Soviet Union, has turned the area into a real estate hotspot. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ft-tech-giants-clash-with-eu-over-internet-control
A Financial Times article has reported that major players like TikTok and Meta, the parent company of Facebook, are pushing back against the European Union's (EU) recent internet regulations aimed at fostering greater openness and competition in online markets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/can-vital-debates-survive-a-20-minute-showdown
How meaningful can an in-depth debate on a crucial topic occur in just 20 minutes?...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/astrobank-residential-and-commercial-properties-for-sale
AstroBank is selling commercial and residential properties in various areas of Cyprus such as Paphos, Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-takes-on-mosquito-menace-as-residents-warned-to-drain-trouble-spots
Municipal authorities in Larnaca are intensifying systematic mosquito spraying efforts as residents are found neglecting areas conducive to mosquito breeding. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/al-jazeera-report-trial-postponed-as-case-hits-legal-snag
In a significant development, the criminal case involving the Al Jazeera report and events tied to the exceptional naturalization of foreign investors and businessmen saw a postponement on Tuesday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/gov-t-committee-calls-for-stronger-measures-to-safeguard-consumers
The Parliamentary Committee on Commerce identified legislative gaps in consumer protection during a meeting on Tuesday. Committee Chairman Kyriakos Hatzigiannis expressed concerns about the limited deterrent role of the Consumer Protection Agency and highlighted significant gaps in its programs...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/can-political-will-overcome-the-stigma-blocking-a-lifesaving-facility
In the heart of Dublin, a groundbreaking solution to Ireland's third-highest overdose death rate faces a decade-long delay....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/michael-kyprianou-co-scoops-prestigious-cyprus-firm-of-the-year
Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC has been awarded the Cyprus Firm of the Year Award by Who’s Who Legal (WWL). ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/an-eye-for-an-eye-and-the-elimination-of-terrorism
Since October 7, we've been witnessing the war between Israel and Hamas live, minute by minute, on our screens. Unfortunately, it's not a film....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/russian-tycoons-secure-bargains-as-multinationals-retreat
In the post-Ukraine war era, a unique trend is shaping Russia's business landscape. Big Western players like McDonald's, Ball Corp., and Henkel AG made a swift exit, leaving behind a $21 billion void. Enter a new generation of Russian business leaders, seizing opportunities amidst the multinational exodus....
