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181. Houses and agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

182. Olive oil prices soar due to shortage and weather woes

The price of olive oil is expected to rise dramatically, possibly exceeding 10 euros per liter and reaching 15 euros in Europe, according to agricultural organizations....

183. Ministry on high alert as fuel prices soar globally

Constantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service at the Ministry of Commerce, Energy, and Industry, has noted a concerning and continuous rise in fuel prices on the international stage. ...

184. Foreign demand fuels Cyprus real estate boom as local interest wanes

Demand in the real estate market remained steady from January to August despite rising prices, but interest has gradually waned, according to Paul Loizou, CEO of Ask Wire. ...

185. Essentials get affordable from November 2023

In a significant development, the Greek Tax Department has announced that the Ministerial Council, during its session on September 13, 2023, has given the green light to an official decree that modifies the VAT legislation. ...

186. Consumers revolt as rising prices trigger surge in complaints

In recent months, the Pancyprian Consumers Association has been inundated with consumer complaints, particularly following the reinstatement of excise duty on fuel and the termination of electricity subsidies. ...

187. Borrowers in a high-stakes game of loan roulette

In 2023, borrowers face a pivotal year, primarily due to the soaring levels of inflation, rising prices, and increasing interest rates. This year also carries significant importance for banks, not in terms of profits, ...

188. Ukraine sparks trade war with legal action over food bans

Ukraine has filed lawsuits to the World Trade Organization (WTO) against Slovakia, Poland and Hungary over their bans on food imports from Kyiv. ...

189. Retail trickery? Price hikes before zero VAT stun consumers

A recent study by the Cyprus Consumers Association (CCA) has revealed that prices for various essential goods saw artificial increases in the days leading up to the implementation of the zero VAT rate. ...

190. From ''entrance fees'' to gastroscopy checks, is this the solution?

Former Finance Minister Constantinos Petrides has commented on EDEK's proposals to tighten fuel controls for vehicles from the occupied territories....

191. Zero VAT rates fail to curb price surges

Many products subject to zero VAT rates saw unexpected price increases in July 2023, according to a report by Kathimerini The Consumer Association has raised concerns about the effectiveness of this measure following recent additions to the list of zero-rated items....

192. Oregon's magic mushroom trials draw thousands

Psilocybin tea, wind chimes and a tie-dye mattress await those coming to an office suite in Eugene to trip on magic mushrooms....

193. Real estate prices surge by 7.7%

The prices in the Cyprus real estate market have been going up in recent years....

194. Government cuts interest income rates from 30% to 17%

The Cyprus government decided to slash taxation on interest income from 30% to 17%, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Wednesday, noting that banks should follow suit in boosting income for depositors. ...

195. Fuel prices surge, electricity rates hold steady

Fuel prices are set to rise by 2-2.5 cents per liter for diesel and slightly less for unleaded gasoline, effective today at petrol stations....

196. Cyprus grapples with 9% surge in food prices

Many people are struggling with their daily expenses because food prices keep going up, causing financial stress....

197. Cyprus real estate market hits €132 million high

August passed by as usual with most people on vacation, including the real estate market. Let's take a look at how the month fared for coastal cities, with no surprises for Nicosia, which was also in vacation mode. Notably, Larnaca had an outstanding performance, surpassing Nicosia for the first time....

198. Houses and agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling houses and agricultural plots at affordable prices in Paphos, Famagusta, Larnaca and Nicosia....

199. Lamb and goat prices jump 29% in a month

Once again, our door is greeted with a knock of concern as food prices continue to rise, placing financial strain on the daily lives of many consumers. ...

200. Weekend adventures in Nicosia's taverns

With the advent of autumn's first month, warm weather lingers, and the curtain falls on summer vacations, ushering in a period of growing daily responsibilities....

201. AstroBank: agricultural and residential land up for sale

AstroBank has listed agricultural and residential land in Nicosia, Larnaca, Famagusta and Paphos for sale at bargain prices....

202. Consulco: London Credit Fund’s new investment opportunity secured against UK commercial properties

The London Credit Fund New Compartment offers even higher returns to investors....

203. Cyprus Apartment Showdown: Nicosia vs. Limassol

In our previous report, we delved into a comparative analysis of apartment sales in the Paphos, Larnaca, and Famagusta districts for 2022 and the first 7.5 months of 2023. Today, we shift our focus to the Nicosia and Limassol provinces, two significant players in the local real estate market....

204. Former Finance Minister continues to question EuroAsia project

Former Finance Minister Constantinos Petrides has returned to the issue of the Eurasia Interconnector, expressing concerns and raising important questions. In a post on the "X" platform, he highlighted the need for transparency and clarity surrounding this significant and costly project....

205. Average student spending at €250 as back-to-school shopping begins

A few days before schools reopen (September 7 for secondary and high schools, and September 11 for primary schools), chaos is ensuing in bookstores, stationery shops, and stores selling school attire and sports shoes. Subtitle: ""...

206. Fuel prices surge once again. Diesel up 5 cents, unleaded 95 rises 3 cents

As August draws to a close, fuel prices are on the rise yet again, signalling increased costs at the pump. The Pancyprian Consumer Protection Association reports that one oil company has already implemented price hikes, with others expected to follow suit in the coming days....

207. Food costs soar, greens up 25.3%, fish dip by 15%

Increases were noted in 32 out of 45 categories of essential consumer products in the Consumer Product Price Monitor for July 2023, according to the Consumer Protection Service....

208. Fuel tax cut to aid low incomes

The association called "Equality" is requesting a reduction in fuel taxes through a letter addressed to the Minister of Finance, Makis Keravnos....

209. Eurobank acquires 17.3% stake in Hellenic Bank for €167.9 million

The Eurobank has agreed to acquire an additional stake of around 17.3% (equivalent to 71,428,572 shares) in the Hellenic Bank at a total price of 167.9 million euros, or 2.35 euros per share. ...

210. Stolen luxury watches valued over $1.3 billion

Luxury watches valued at over $1.3 billion have been reported as stolen or lost, and their number is rising due to increased resale prices in the secondary market....