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31. Businesses in Cyprus can benefit economically from policies for fewer cars

Cities worldwide are increasingly adopting pedestrian-friendly and bicycle-friendly policies, amid growing concerns over the climate crisis and the need to reduce air and noise pollution. ...

32. Cyprus needs new strategy to grow winter tourism

According to an article written by Dorita Yiannakou in this Sunday's Kathimerini, this year has been a steady one for winter tourism in Cyprus, showing the sector’s strength despite various regional challenges....

33. KPMG in Cyprus supports the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council’s campaign ‘Back to School Supplies for ALL children'

At KPMG Cyprus, we remain committed to our mission of giving back to the community....

34. Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......

35. Cyprus struggles to boost winter tourism

Cyprus is having a tough time improving its winter tourism, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, even though more tourists are visiting and spending more money. ...

36. Three killed, over 1,000 injured in Lebanon pager explosions

At least three people, including two Hezbollah fighters and a young girl, were killed and more than 1,000 others wounded on Tuesday after pagers used for communication exploded across Lebanon, according to security sources. Among the injured was Iran’s envoy to Beirut, Mojtaba Amani, who sustained minor wounds....

37. Israel sees Cyprus-Greece power link as key to regional security

Israel has placed high importance on the electrical interconnection project that will link its electricity grid with Cyprus and Greece, calling it a "top priority," Israeli Energy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen announced....

38. Second Quarter & First Half 2024 Financial Results

AEGEAN announces its financial results for the Second Quarter and First Half of 2024. ...

39. Cyprus trade deficit drops 17% in 2024

Cyprus’ trade deficit dropped by 17% in the first seven months of 2024, falling to €4.31 billion compared to €5.19 billion during the same period last year, ...

40. Christodoulides backs Eurobank's big move into India

President Nikos Christodoulides has shown strong support for Eurobank’s plan to expand into India, seeing it as a significant chance to boost business ties between Cyprus and one of the world's largest economies....

41. AEGEAN announces a €25M Investment in Volotea

Aegean Airlines S.A. (''AEGEAN'') is pleased to announce an investment of €25M in Volotea S.L., one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers based in Barcelona, Spain....

42. Ukraine intensifies fight against illicit tobacco trade

The illicit tobacco trade in Ukraine, one of Europe's most prominent black markets for cigarettes, is sending shockwaves through the economies of neighboring countries,...

43. Ukraine linked to Nord Stream blast despite Zelenskyy's objection

Ukraine was reportedly behind the destruction of the Nord Stream pipeline, according to a recent report by The Wall Street Journal. The September 2022 explosion severely disrupted Russia's natural gas exports and caused significant turmoil in global energy markets....

44. Rosé wine trend hits Cyprus: Local demand and imports soar

Light and delicate, with aromas of flowers and fruits, these are just a few ways to describe Rosé Provence wines, which have recently become a global trend....

45. Illegal tobacco smuggling from occupied territories hits new high in Cyprus

Last Friday, two Cypriots and a British national were apprehended at Paphos Airport with illegal tobacco products valued over €30,000 while attempting to smuggle them into the UK....

46. Cyprus tourism holds steady despite Middle East tensions

According to Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras, tourism in Cyprus remains strong despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The summer season has shown a slight increase in tourist arrivals compared to last year, with current figures indicating a positive trend. Tourism receipts up to May have mirrored this performance, suggesting that Cyprus' tourism sector is holding steady....

47. Dubai Airport breaks record with 44.9M passengers in 2024

Dubai International Airport has broken a passenger record for the first half of the year, handling 44.9 million travelers from January to June, an 8% increase from the 41.6 million recorded during the same period in 2023....

48. Famagusta to target global tourists with new campaign

49. Record passenger traffic at Cyprus airports in 2024

In a landmark achievement, the number of passengers passing through Larnaca and Paphos airports in the first seven months of 2024 has surged by 4.42% compared to the same period last year, setting a new record for the island....

50. FT: Global stock markets tumble amid US recession fears

Global stock markets experienced significant declines on Monday as concerns about a potential US recession led investors to abandon risky assets....

51. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: European Securities and Markets Authority

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....

52. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

53. Bank of England cuts interest rates after nearly a year of stability

The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, dropping them from a 16-year high. This decision, made by a narrow 5-4 vote, reflects a split among policymakers about whether inflation is under control....

54. McDonald's becomes unaffordable for many

McDonald's, once synonymous with affordable fast food, has seen its sales decline as many former customers find its offerings increasingly expensive....

55. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: European Securities and Markets Authority

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....

56. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission

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....

57. Athens tops list of world's best-smelling cities, Nicosia also makes the top 10

A recent study by HAYPP has crowned Athens, Greece, as the world's best-smelling city, overturning the common perception of cities as unpleasantly odorous....

58. Market changes, Eurobank's move, and economic struggles

Bank of Cyprus shares were delisted from the Athens Stock Exchange following the 2013 financial crisis and the turbulent merger with Laiki Bank, including the depositor haircut...

59. CySEC slaps a €200,000 fine on IC Markets (EU) Ltd

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has imposed a €200,000 fine on the Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF), IC Markets (EU) Ltd, for violating leverage rules....

60. HR Legend Beth Davies at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

With over 25 years of senior leadership experience at innovative global companies such as Tesla, Apple, Microsoft, and Gap, Beth Davies is a distinguished expert in cultivating company culture, creating customer-centric organizations, developing executives, and fostering a culture of innovation....