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Political Storm Erupts in Greece Over Control of the Unknown Soldier Monument
The Greek Parliament is set to debate on Tuesday an amendment concerning the protection and operation of the Monument of the Unknown Soldier in central Athens — a measure that has already sparked strong political reactions.
Tsipras Seen as Leading Voice of Greece’s Centre-Left, New Survey Finds
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis remains the leading figure overall.
Euronext Stands Firm on Offer for Athens Exchange, Rejects Any Sweetened Bid
Euronext’s public offer for the acquisition of the Athens Exchange (ATHEX) was described by the group’s Chairman and CEO, Stéphane Boujnah, as an “attractive liquidity event” during a press briefing with journalists on Monday.
Eurostat Data Expose Greece’s Persistent Economic Lag Within Europe
Greece’s economy continued to recover in 2023, recording an increase in per capita Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to 26,400 purchasing power standards (PPS), according to newly released data from Eurostat.
Greece’s Air Connectivity to Soar in 2026 with Major Airline Investments
Across Europe, Greece will become even more accessible next year thanks to several new and expanded routes.
Greece Sees Wave of High-End Hotel Developments as Tourism Investment Surges
Developments are currently underway in some of Greece’s most popular destinations, including Crete, which attracts millions of travelers each year, as well as in up-and-coming regions that remain less familiar to international visitors, such as Parga in western Greece.
IMF Warns EU on Defense Spending as Greece Rolls Out €30 Billion Program
The remarks come at a sensitive moment for Greece, which is in the midst of an ambitious rearmament effort following years of underinvestment.
First Private Universities in Greece Near Launch After Initial Accreditations
The four private universities—authorized earlier this year under a landmark reform allowing non-state institutions to operate alongside public ones—had submitted 28 degree programs in total for accreditation, with the goal of beginning operations in the current academic year. The newly approved programs include English Philology, Psychology, Biology, Pharmacy, International Relations, and Business Administration.
Eurostat: Poverty and Social Exclusion on the Rise in Greece
Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, Central Greece, Western Greece, the Peloponnese, and the Northern Aegean — are shown in the darkest shade of blue on Eurostat’s map, highlighting the country’s deep regional divide
Retroactive Market Rules Cloud Euronext’s Bid for Greek Exchange
In Greece’s small and often fragile stock market—where investor confidence is a constant challenge—any change to the rules must be handled with care.
Former PM Karamanlis Warns Greece at Risk of Political and Institutional Breakdown
Former Greek Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis has issued a stark warning that Greece risks a major political and institutional crisis if trust in its democratic institutions is not urgently restored.
Pierrakakis at IMF: Greece Emerges as a Model of Stability After Years of Crisis
Greece’s Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, described his country as “a success story built on the resilience of its people” during an interview in Washington, on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund’s annual meetings.
One in Four Greek Recovery Fund Loans May Go Unused
Roughly a quarter of Greece’s Recovery and Resilience Fund loans may go unused — a shortfall that could cost the country about €4 billion in low-interest financing from the European Union
Greece Sets March 23 Start Date for Tempi Train Disaster Trial
Thirty-six defendants are charged in connection with the disaster, including railway employees, public officials, and executives from both ERGOSE—the state company responsible for railway projects—and Hellenic Train, the privatized successor of the national operator TRAINOSE.
IMF Study: Why Greece Is Strongly Affected by Global Commodity Price Swings
Analyzing data from 66 economies, IMF researchers concluded that this “interconnectedness” is the main channel through which global commodity price shocks spread into domestic economies.
Legal Row Over Greece’s GDP-Linked Bonds Deepens After Judge’s Unusual Proposal
The dispute has also drawn attention from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which discussed the case extensively in its recent report, “A Stocktaking of the Current International Architecture for Resolving Sovereign Debt Involving Private Sector Creditors.”
“The Great Return”: Alexis Patelis Chronicles Greece’s Comeback Story
A major book presentation in Athens on Thursday evening brought together some of Greece’s most prominent political and economic figures.
Greece to Host Landmark 330 MW Battery Energy Storage Facility in Thessaly
A new large-scale battery energy storage project planned by Metlen and the Karatzis Group in Thessaly is set to become a landmark development for Greece’s energy sector.
Greece’s Housing Market Heats Up as Prices and Rents Surg
Property prices in Greece continued their upward trajectory in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest Spitogatos Property Index.
European Court of Auditors Highlights Shortcomings in Greece’s Use of EU Money
The European Court of Auditors has issued a series of serious warnings over Greece’s management of European funds, highlighting weaknesses in oversight, legality, and transparency in the use of public money.
Gold Sovereign Hits Record €922.46 in Greece Amid Worldwide Gold Rally
The sharp rise reflects broader global uncertainty and investor anxiety.
Greek Industry Chief Warns High Energy Costs Threaten Competitiveness
Spyros Theodoropoulos issued a stark warning about the persistent structural weaknesses of the Greek economy.
IMF Calls for a Shift in Public Spending Philosophy - Greece Still Faces Efficiency Challenges
As global growth remains subdued and public debt continues to mount, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is urging governments to rethink how they spend public money
The Woman Behind Greece’s Most Infamous Financial Deal Steps Back Into View
Antigoni Loudiadis — or Addy, as she is known among friends and colleagues — is a name that may mean little to most Greeks, yet she has played a crucial role in shaping a defining chapter of the country’s modern financial history.
DRS Hellas to Implement Greece’s First Nationwide Deposit Return Scheme
A group of leading Greek and multinational beverage companies has joined forces to establish DRS Hellas SA, a new corporation that will design, implement, and operate Greece’s national deposit return and recycling system for beverage containers.
Europe Pays More for Water to Avoid Thirst in the Future – Greece on the Brink of Crisis
By 2030, Europe aims to enter what policymakers describe as a “smart water era,” in which prices reflect the full cost of the resource — from maintaining infrastructure and protecting sources to mitigating environmental impact and ensuring resilience against drought.
Greece’s 2026 Budget Paradox: Rising VAT Revenues Amid Slowing Inflation and Weak Consumption
Greece’s draft budget for 2026 reveals an apparent paradox: the government expects a notable increase in revenues from Value Added Tax (VAT) even as both inflation and private consumption are projected to slow.
Hellenic Competition Commission Set to Rule on Allwyn’s Novibet Acquisition in Early 2026
The Hellenic Competition Commission is expected to issue its final decision in early January 2026 regarding the second phase of its investigation into the merger between Allwyn and Logflex MT Holding Ltd, the parent company of Novibet.
Euronext Prospectus for ATHEX Takeover Omits Key Cost Details
Despite the detailed presentation in Euronext’s prospectus for its public offer to acquire the Hellenic Exchanges–Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX), one crucial piece of information is missing: the total cost of the transaction.
Reorganization at Greece’s Tax Authority Highlights Strategic Focus on Auditing and Compliance
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), Greece’s tax administration body, has announced a sweeping reorganization of its internal structure and staffing framework, establishing a total of 15,502 permanent positions.
Donations and Parental Gifts Double in Greece Amid Drop in Inheritances
Greek taxpayers are increasingly choosing to transfer property while still alive rather than passing it on through inheritance, according to new data from the country’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE).