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Greece Emerges as Europe’s New Hotspot for Branded Luxury Residences
Greece now ranks among Europe’s five fastest-growing markets for branded residences—homes attached to luxury hospitality or lifestyle brands.
Greece Eyes New Aid Measures if Hormuz Crisis Deepens, Minister Says
Speaking from the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund in Washington, Pierrakakis downplayed the IMF’s revised forecast for Greek economic growth.
Pierrakakis Warns Energy Crisis Duration Will Shape Europe’s Economic Outlook
Pierrakakis said the European economic outlook is deteriorating, with growth forecasts being revised downward and inflation expectations moving higher.
Scandals Are Engulfing Greece’s Government as Pressure Mounts on Prime Minister Mitsotakis
At the center of the turmoil is a mounting sense that Mitsotakis has become politically captive to events.
Greek Government Backs Deputy Minister Amid Degree Row
Lazaridis has denied wrongdoing and insisted he was lawfully appointed under the looser rules governing political hires at the time.
Greece Unveils Sweeping Cannabis Market Overhaul During Easter Holiday Weekend
Critics say the timing of the announcement suggests an attempt to avoid public debate over reforms with major implications.
Ankara Criticizes Greece and Cyprus Over Israel Alignment
The Turkish foreign minister’s comments come amid mounting geopolitical friction across the region, including concerns over maritime security and energy routes.
IMF Event to Spotlight Europe’s Growth Challenges in Fragile Global Economy
The conversation is expected to focus on the mounting pressures facing Europe’s economy, including weak growth, sluggish productivity and limited fiscal room, alongside rising demands for greater spending on defense, energy security and the green and digital transitions.
Market Volatility Pushes Greek Borrowing Costs Higher
Longer-dated bonds also came under pressure, underlining that the repricing was not limited to short-term maturities. The 15-year yield increased to 3.913% from 3.766%, while the 30-year yield rose to 4.402% from 4.323%.
Fuel Price Spike in Greece Drives Up Costs From Transport to Supermarkets
The Cyclades island group has the highest average price for 95-octane unleaded at €2.216 per litre, followed by the Dodecanese and the regional unit of Heraklion on Crete.
Greece Eyes Autumn Elections as Mitsotakis Rules Out Early Summer Vote
According to information, there is a widespread belief that the administration will not complete its four-year mandate.
Report Claims Secret Cooperation Between Greek Intelligence and Predator-Linked Company
According to the report, the agreement involved the intelligence service’s Center for Technological Support, Development and Innovation (KETYAK), based near Athens.
Strong Hedging and Solid Fundamentals Support Metlen Outlook
Operating in a highly volatile environment, Metlen has taken proactive steps to protect its performance
Predator Wiretapping Case: Appeal Trial Set for December 11
The case centers on allegations of illegal phone surveillance that have raised serious concerns about privacy and the rule of law in Greece
Legal Delays Threaten New Prosecutions in Greece’s Predator Spyware Case
Christos Kaklamanis, a lawyer representing PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis — one of the most prominent alleged surveillance targets — said delays in bringing charges could effectively dismantle parts of the case.
Greece Targets Social Media Access for Under-15s With Strict New Rules and Heavy Fines
The measure will apply to children born from the beginning of 2012 onwards, effectively covering all users under 15 at the time the ban comes into force.
Greek Government Scrambles to Contain Expanding OPEKEPE Probe
Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis has sought to lower the political temperature, arguing that not all interactions between politicians and citizens should be construed as wrongdoing
Middle East Crisis Prompts Greece to Reassess Energy Readiness
Similar contingency mechanisms exist for natural gas, a key component of Greece’s energy mix, particularly for electricity generation.
Greek Wiretapping Probe Enters Critical Phase as Statute of Limitations Looms
Greece’s sprawling wiretapping scandal has entered a decisive new phase, with judicial maneuvering and mounting delays fueling concerns that key offenses could expire before prosecutors bring charges.
GEK TERNA Aims for €1 Billion EBITDA by 2030 as Infrastructure Drives Growth
GEK TERNA is betting on a new phase of expansion, projecting its core earnings will exceed €1 billion by the end of the decade as large infrastructure assets come fully online and new investments begin to contribute.
Greece’s External Debt Position Remains a Weak Spot Despite Economic Growth
At the end of 2025, Greece owed foreign investors and lenders far more than Greek investors owned abroad.
Poll Shows Declining Support for Greece’s Government Amid Rising Public Dissatisfaction
According to the poll, New Democracy stands at 23.8%, down from 25.1% in March, returning to levels seen before the outbreak of the war that had temporarily boosted government support.
Greek Scandal Fallout Drives Mitsotakis to Propose Minister-MP Ban
Mitsotakis framed the proposal as part of a broader effort to modernize Greece’s political system and tackle what he described as entrenched state dysfunction.
Greek Industry Says Energy Cost Measures Fall Short
Industry representatives argue that the main problem remains the price of industrial electricity, and most of the announced measures do not directly reduce that cost.
New Greek Rules Reshape Military Service Deferments for Overseas Residents
The new framework focuses primarily on proving and maintaining permanent resident abroad status, which is the key requirement for receiving a military service deferment.
How Much Support Can the Greek Budget Afford Amid the Middle East Crisis
The first measures announced to address the initial impact of the crisis, mainly related to fuel prices, are estimated to cost around €300 million.
Stelios Foundation Donation to Boost Pay for Greek Island Doctors
The funds will come entirely from the private donation and will not affect the state budget.
Audit Flags Major Issues in Long-Delayed Accounts of Greek Steel Company
The auditor also pointed to significant accounting issues that materially affected the financial statements.
New Documents Link Greek State Bodies to Intellexa Before Predator Surveillance Scandal
Newly published documents are raising fresh questions about the relationship between Greek state institutions and Intellexa, the surveillance technology company at the center of the Predator spyware scandal that has shaken Greek politics and drawn international scrutiny over the past several years.
The Three Possible Dates for Snap Elections – The Prime Minister’s Decision Expected at Easter
Political developments in Greece are accelerating amid mounting scandals, legal investigations, and growing pressure on the government, with early elections now being seriously discussed at the highest levels.
Greece’s Mitsotakis Reshuffles Cabinet as EU Prosecutors Expand Farm Subsidy Probe
The Greek government announced a cabinet reshuffle on Friday following new legal case files linked to the OPEKEPE agricultural subsidy organization, in a move widely interpreted as an attempt to contain mounting political pressure and signal a tougher stance on corruption allegations.