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Europe’s Welfare Model Under Pressure, IMF Says
According to the report, spending pressures will rise by around 4.5 percentage points of GDP in Western Europe by 2040, and by 5.5 points in Central and Eastern Europe.
Euronext Rebuts “Myths” Over Athens Stock Exchange Bid, Pledges to Strengthen Greek Market
According to Euronext, smaller Greek brokerages are not at risk of being squeezed out. Instead, they would gain access to broader liquidity, a larger investor base and state-of-the-art European trading infrastructure.
Greek Households Brace for Tough Year Ahead as Confidence Sinks Further
Greek households view their financial situation over the past year slightly more negatively, and expectations for the coming year have deteriorated sharply.
Greek Postal Upheaval Spotlights Difficult Path to Public-Sector Reform
The government promises a revised roadmap, consultation with local leaders and assurances that no community will be left without service.
Greece Modernizes Consumer App to Offer Smarter, Faster Price Guidance
e-Katanalotis will evolve from being simply a price-comparison service into a broader digital hub for consumer information and support.
Greek-Swedish Joint Venture Skywave Targets Next-Gen Communication Systems
Technologically, Skywave intends to concentrate on artificial-intelligence methods for detecting jamming threats against unmanned aircraft systems.
A House, a Bomb, and a Blood Feud: Crete Village Plunged Into Chaos
The tragedy has revived painful memories in Crete, a region where vendettas once shaped life in isolated villages.
Eurobank Wins Seven-Year Legal Battle Over €29 Million Romanian Tax Dispute
Under the terms of the sale agreement, Eurobank would have been liable for the amount if the ruling became final.
How Greece’s Postal Reform Plan Derailed in Months
Instead of expansion, ELTA is now associated with contraction, raising questions about whether those impressive targets were ever realistic.
Rising Food Prices Force Greeks to Abandon the Mediterranean Diet
For many Greek families, maintaining a balanced diet has become a daily struggle.
Greece’s Capital Market Commission Strengthens Compliance Credentials in EU Ranking
Of the Greek cases, 78 percent resulted in fines, reflecting a firm stance toward market violations.
European Court of Auditors Scrutinizes EU Fraud-Prevention Architecture
Fraud involving EU funds — along with related crimes such as bribery, embezzlement and money-laundering — represents a direct threat to the EU budget and undermines public confidence in European governance.
Greece’s Postal Service in Freefall: The “Ten Plagues” Dragging ELTA Toward Collapse
The closures come at a time when ELTA’s financial health continues to deteriorate despite repeated state support packages.
Intellexa Conducted Covert Training Sessions Inside Offices of Greek Police Contractor Krikel
The Athens trial targets four business figures accused of violating communications privacy laws.
A “Limbo Situation” Is Europe’s New Silent Crisis
Among the speakers, Leena Mörttinen, Finland’s Permanent Under-Secretary for International and Financial Markets, delivered one of the most striking interventions.
Greece Eyes Samurai Bonds Again, Looking to Turn ‘Amazu Soosu’ Into Sweet Success
Greece’s relationship with Asian capital markets is not new.
EBA Unveils EU-Wide AML Overhaul, Poised to Impact Greek Financial Sector
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released its long-anticipated guidance to the European Commission on the design and powers of the new European Anti–Money Laundering Authority (AMLA).
Greece Shutters 18% of Post Offices, Sparking Public Backlash and Fears of Isolation
Greece’s state-run postal service, ELTA, has sparked nationwide outrage after announcing the sudden closure of 204 branches — nearly 18% of its network.
“Chaos” Edges Out Mitsotakis as Greek Voters Lose Faith in Political Stability
A new poll by the firm Interview for POLITIC shows that more Greeks would now choose “chaos” over Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the political dilemma “Mitsotakis or chaos.”
Greece Launches €500,000 Program to Reward Top University Entrants
A total of €500,000 has been allocated by the State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) to fund the new Awards of Excellence program.
Pending Tax Disputes Rise in Greece, with Only 11% of Appeals Accepted
The Dispute Resolution Directorate (DRD) of Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) reported an increase in pending cases during August, reflecting ongoing pressure on the country’s tax dispute system.
One in Five Greek Taxpayers Delays Payments as Tax Compliance Reaches 82%
Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has released new data showing that, despite an overall improvement in tax compliance, a significant share of taxpayers continues to fall behind on their obligations.
Europe’s Double Game: Greece Arms Up as Allies Sell Weapons to Turkey
Greece marked its national holiday on October 28 with a grand military parade in Thessaloniki, showcasing the most advanced weapons systems ever fielded by the Hellenic Armed Forces.
Greek Government Faces Declining Support Despite Broad Tax and Wage Reform Drive
Public support for Greece’s government has fallen, despite the unveiling of a sweeping package of tax cuts and wage increases aimed at easing the cost of living and stimulating economic growth.
Greece’s Islands Capture 11% of Global Island Tourism as Arrivals Surge
Greece’s islands continue to stand as the country’s greatest tourism asset, maintaining their magnetic appeal over time and achieving remarkable growth.
Greece Moves to Align Taxation of Multinationals and Cryptocurrencies with New EU Rules
At today’s Cabinet meeting, Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis will present legislative proposals to incorporate EU Directives 2023/2226 and 2025/872 into Greek law.
Greek Court Cancels Tax Debt Over Bureaucratic Delay
Greece’s Council of State has cleared a businessman of a €230,000 tax debt after ruling that the country’s tax authorities failed to act within the legal five-year limit, in a decision highlighting how bureaucratic inertia continues to undermine the state’s ability to collect revenue.
Greece Sees Surge in Property-Holding Companies
Greece is witnessing a steady rise in the number of companies that own real estate, with the total expected to surpass 70,000 for the first time in 2025.
With the Economy Under Strain, Greece’s Political Scene Awaits Tsipras’s Next Move
Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras is reportedly preparing to launch a new political movement, which could reshape the balance of power.
Aging, Falling Birth Rates, and Labor Shortages: Without Migrants, Greece’s Economy Could Collapse
Fewer young people mean fewer workers, lower productivity, and mounting strain on pension systems as the number of retirees grows and the base of contributors shrinks.
Poverty Shrinks at a Drip as Greeks Grow More Pessimistic - What Eurostat’s Data Reveal
The European figure has shown clear improvement since 2023, when it stood at 19.1%, but Greece’s recovery remains largely stagnant.