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Draft Bill Enables Greek Banks to Carry Forward Tax Losses After Mergers
Greece is rolling out a new tax regime aimed at making bank mergers more financially attractive and strategically viable.
Youth and Gender Disparities Persist Despite Decline in Greek Unemployment
Greece’s labor market showed promising signs of recovery in February 2025, with the national unemployment rate falling to 8.6%, according to new data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).
Super Puma Arms Deal Trial Underway – Spotlight on KESTREL Executives Tsatsos and Komnopoulos
A long-awaited corruption trial is underway in Athens, shedding light on one of Greece’s most notorious defense procurement scandals involving the purchase of Super Puma helicopters.
How the Surge in Electronic Payments Boosted Greece’s Public Revenues
Greece saw a notable boost in public revenues in 2024, thanks to a rapid rise in electronic payments and a sweeping digital overhaul of how businesses issue receipts and report income.
Intralot Reaches $5 Million Settlement in Washington, D.C.
Greek gaming technology company Intralot has reached a $5 million settlement through its U.S. subsidiary, Intralot, Inc., with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.
Severe Weather Batters Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros Among Hardest Hits
Severe weather battered the Cyclades islands in Greece on Monday afternoon, with Mykonos and Paros facing some of the most extreme conditions.
Greek Families Face Soaring Costs for Private Tutoring, Exposing Deep Inequalities
Urban households spend significantly more than rural ones, and wealthier families have far greater access to tutoring services.
The Church of Greece’s Ambitious FinTech Bank Plan Raises Eyebrows
A recent exposé by the Sunday edition of Kathimerini, one of Greece’s leading newspapers, revealed that the Church of Greece is backing a bold and controversial plan to establish a digital bank—an initiative that has stirred both surprise and skepticism.
Orange Airlines Signals a Bold Return to Greek Skies
After a three-year absence, the name “Orange” is set to reappear in the Greek aviation landscape with the formation of a new carrier, Orange Airlines Monoprosopi IKE.
Greece Steps Up Tax Enforcement, Eyes Major Revenue Boost by 2026
Greece is stepping up its campaign against tax evasion, with authorities preparing to roll out a new set of measures that could bring an additional €1 billion into state coffers this year.
Mitsotakis Visits Israel as Greece Revives Strategic Energy Link
Athens is preparing to restart exploratory operations for the Greece–Cyprus–Israel electricity interconnection project, known as the Great Sea Interconnector, within days.
New Greek Defense Spending Plan Raises Questions About Domestic Industry Inclusion
At the heart of this renewed focus is Defense Minister Nikos Dendias’ push to strengthen domestic production and elevate the role of Greek companies in national defense procurement.
Greece’s Ruling Party Faces Quiet Power Shift as Defense Minister Nikos Dendias Gains Momentum
A political gathering in Athens on Wednesday evening may have quietly kicked off the race for the future leadership of Greece’s ruling party, New Democracy (ND).
One-Quarter of Greece’s Tax Debts Now Considered Uncollectible
A significant portion of the tax debt is practically unrecoverable due to the financial condition of debtors.
ATHEXCLEAR Penalized for EMIR Violation Weeks Before FTSE Russell Market Review
The Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) is facing renewed scrutiny just weeks before a pivotal review by FTSE Russell on April 8, which will determine whether Greece's capital market can regain its long-lost classification as a developed market.
Greek Voters Favor Early Elections as Discontent with Government Grows
A new political poll from Greece reveals significant shifts in public opinion, painting a picture of a government under pressure and an electorate increasingly turning toward anti-establishment voices.
New Greek ID Cards to Feature Single Personal Number for All Public Services
Greece is introducing a major overhaul to its national identity system with a new legislative amendment requiring the inclusion of a Personal Identification Number (P.A.) on all newly issued ID cards.
Greece Moves to Tighten Oversight on Foreign Investments Amid Security Concerns
Greece has unveiled plans to bolster its oversight of foreign investments, with the government introducing a bill aimed at aligning the country with European Union regulations and safeguarding national security interests.
Greece Experiments with AI and Citizen Feedback in Public Administration Reform
In an effort to reform Greece’s public administration, government officials have announced the rollout of a new system for evaluating civil servants, as well as a large-scale initiative to gather citizen feedback on public services.
EU Auditors: Greece Falling Short on Labour Reforms Under Recovery Plan
Greece is failing to make meaningful use of the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) to implement substantial labour market reforms, according to a report released by the European Court of Auditors (ECA).
Fais Group Makes Market Debut on Athens Stock Exchange After Oversubscribed IPO
Fais Group is making its debut on the Athens Stock Exchange on Thursday, following a public offering that garnered solid investor interest.
PPC Unveils Plans for Massive Data Center in Northern Greece Amid Global AI Boom
Public Power Corporation (PPC), Greece’s largest energy provider, has announced ambitious plans to build a large-scale data center in the region of Western Macedonia, aiming to tap into the rapidly growing global demand for digital infrastructure fueled by the expansion of artificial intelligence.
Sokratis Famellos Calls for Progressive Front to Oust Mitsotakis
In an exclusive interview with Dnews.gr, Sokratis Famellos, leader of Greece’s main opposition party SYRIZA–Progressive Alliance, sets out an urgent call for unity among the country’s progressive forces.
Fairfax Bets on Metlen’s Future with Convertible Bond Deal
The agreement is being closely watched by markets, as it underscores Fairfax’s view that Metlen is positioned for significant growth.
Why Greece’s Plan to Track Down Wealthy Debtors Abroad May Be More Wishful Thinking Than Reality
The plan seems to underestimate the complexity of international law, tax confidentiality, and cross-border asset ownership.
Greece Charts a Decade-Long Energy Transformation Plan Through 2033
Greece has announced an ambitious new roadmap to modernize and future-proof its electricity transmission infrastructure through 2033.
Greek Banks Step Up as EU Rolls Out Tougher Anti-Money Laundering Rules
Greek banks are stepping up efforts to comply with a sweeping new European Union regulatory package aimed at strengthening the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing across the bloc.
Soaring Beyond the Bar: How Emmanouil Karalis is Turning Athletic Triumph into Business
Greek pole vault sensation Emmanouil Karalis is defying gravity—and not just on the track.
Tsipras Urges Strategic Autonomy and a Redefined Foreign Policy Direction for Greece
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has delivered a forceful rebuke of Greece’s current foreign policy, urging a dramatic shift toward strategic autonomy in the face of mounting global uncertainty.
EYDAP Launches €2.1 Billion Water Investment Plan Amid Growing Drought Threat
Greece’s state-owned water utility, EYDAP, has announced a sweeping €2.1 billion investment plan to secure Athens’ water future, as prolonged drought and declining reservoir levels raise concerns over long-term supply.
Greece’s Apartment Prices Rise by 8.7% in 2024, New-Builds Lead with 10.1% Increase
Apartment prices in Greece rose by an average of 8.7% in 2024, according to preliminary data from the Bank of Greece.