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1. Cypriot company brings Pizza Hut back to Greece

Pizza Hut is making a comeback in Greece, this time under the management of PHC Franchised Restaurants Ltd, a Nicosia-based company that oversees approximately 120 franchised restaurants and cafes in Greece and Cyprus....

2. EIB President Nadia Calviño to visit Cyprus for talks and office opening

Nadia Calviño, the President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), is set to make her first official visit to Cyprus on Friday, November 22, where she will open the new EIB Group office and hold talks with Cypriot leaders....

3. Greek workers strike over rising costs and low wages

Greek workers are currently on strike today, Wednesday, causing disruptions at ports, and on buses and trains. The nationwide strike, which includes transport workers, doctors, teachers, and construction workers, is a protest against rising living costs and demands for higher wages....

4. Cyprus court upholds tougher rules for 'glamping' projects

The Supreme Constitutional Court recently made a decision that has significant implications for luxury camping (glamping) and visitor farm projects in Cyprus. ...

5. PwC Cyprus partners with leading companies for groundbreaking Project Symbiosis

A leading Consortium comprised of PwC Cyprus, Multimarine Services Ltd, SignalGeneriX Ltd, and Theophrastus Research Institute, has been awarded the Project Symbiosis to Harmonise Offshore Renewable Energy with Defence Operations by the European Defence Agency (EDA)....

6. 50 million luxury shoppers pull back as market slows

For the first time since the 2009 financial crisis, the luxury goods market is losing its shine. A whopping 50 million shoppers have stopped splurging on designer bags, watches, and other high-end items, according to Bain & Company’s latest report....

7. KPMG Cyprus unveils: KPMG Cyprus Real Estate Market Report Insights-13th edition

The pipeline of real estate projects in Cyprus continues to expand in 2024, with residential developments leading the way. Market liquidity appears to be improving, with Limassol dominating the overall market and the high-end residential segment for 2023 and the first half of 2024....

8. Kalopanagiotis and Pissouri named among World’s Best Tourist Villages for 2024

Two villages from Cyprus, Kalopanagiotis and Pissouri, have been recognized as among the best tourist destinations in the world for 2024 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)....

9. DBRS Morningstar: Cyprus shows strong recovery in tackling bad loans

Cyprus is starting to see some positive shifts in its financial sector, particularly when it comes to tackling non-performing loans (NPLs) – loans that borrowers have stopped paying. ...

10. Cyprus economy grows by 3.9% in Q3 of 2024

Cyprus’ economy recorded a strong performance in the third quarter of 2024, with GDP growth reaching 3.9% in real terms compared to the same period in 2023, according to data released on Thursday by the Cyprus Statistical Service....

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12. Cyprus’ floating LNG unit 'Prometheus' finally sets sail from Shanghai

After months of delays linked to the Vasilikos scandal, Cyprus' Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) 'Prometheus' is finally set to leave Shanghai in early December. ...

13. Cyprus faces multi-million Euro losses as major development projects collapse

Cyprus is facing significant financial and logistical challenges following the abrupt termination of contracts for major infrastructure projects, with some cases likely to lead to costly legal battles....

14. Greek real estate fourth cheapest in Europe, draws foreign buyers

The Greek real estate market has significant prospects for establishing itself as one of the main destinations for foreign home buyers, being the fourth cheapest in Europe....

15. The Guardian quits X, citing ''toxic'' platform and Musk’s Trump ties

The British newspaper group The Guardian has decided to stop posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns over what it describes as a ''toxic media platform.''...

16. Bank of Cyprus reports €401 million profit surge

In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...

17. BOC finalizes sale of troubled loans to boost stability and growth

In September 2024, the Bank of Cyprus reached a deal with funds linked to Cerberus Global Investments B.V. to sell a portfolio of non-performing loans—primarily business loans backed by collateral. ...

18. Cyprus GDP and living standards improve, but challenges remain

Cyprus' living standards have continued to improve, with the country's GDP per capita reaching 95% of the EU average in 2023, according to recent data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus....

19. 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). ...

20. Hellenic Bank and employer's union settle long-running dispute

Hellenic Bank and Cyprus bank workers' union ETYK have reached an agreement to fully implement their collective agreement, bringing an end to a prolonged dispute that caused uncertainty and disruption at the bank, according to a statement from ETYK....

21. New EU tariffs on Chinese EVs slow Cyprus’ shift to electric cars

The European Union's new tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China, reaching as high as 35.3%, are expected to significantly impact Cyprus' already slow-moving EV market, according to a report by Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....

22. Cyprus' average monthly salary reaches €2,250 in 2023

Cyprus saw a notable increase in average salaries in 2023. According to the latest figures from the Cyprus Statistical Service, the average gross monthly salary for employees on the island reached €2,363 in 2023, ...

23. Was Trump really the only option for the working class in 2024?

What makes a political comeback genuinely remarkable? Is it policy, charm, or a connection to the people? ...

24. Fed cuts rates by 0.25%, economic activity expands steadily

The Federal Reserve on Thursday cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points for the second consecutive meeting, bringing the target range to 4.50% to 4.75%, as expected. The decision was unanimous....

25. Coffee Island enters India, sets sights on multinational growth

Coffee Island, the popular Greek coffee chain, is making waves in the global market with its first store opening in India, set for December in New Delhi....

26. SKLAVENITIS Cyprus completes agreement with PAPANTONIOU Supermarkets

The agreement regarding the integration of PAPANTONIOU Supermarkets into the SKLAVENITIS Cyprus network has been successfully completed, following approval from the Commission for the Protection of Competition (C.P.C.)....

27. Trump's emotional appeal vs. Harris's missed connections

Experts, academics, and political analysts in Cyprus have weighed in on the reasons behind Donald Trump’s success in the latest U.S. elections and Kamala Harris's defeat. ...

28. Transport Ministry inaugurates new motorway that will ease traffic

According to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, Cyprus marked a milestone in its transportation network Tuesday with the inauguration of the Nicosia peripheral motorway’s first phase, a project intended to ease congestion, enhance safety, and facilitate trade across the island....

29. Hellenic Bank reports €284.4M profit for 2024

Hellenic Bank reported a profit of €284.4 million for the first nine months of 2024, up from €240.7 million in the same period last year....

30. Europe braces for Trump’s return as leaders offer cautious congratulations

European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, have cautiously congratulated Donald Trump on his claimed U.S. election victory....