Greece
Economy
ND's Staikouras Not Ruling Out Possibility of Early Elections
The program review of September will be difficult, coordinator of economic affairs, Christos Staikouras of the New Democracy (ND) party said to ANA-MPA.
ND, the main opposition of the SYRIZA-ANEL government also commented during his interview with the ANA-MPA that...
Economy
Alternate FinMin Staikouras: Greek Govt Achieves the Fiscal Targets it Sets
Fiscal targets set by the Greek government were achieved for the third consecutive year with an additional significant primary surplus for the third time, while the country entered a period of positive economic growth, said today Alternate Finance Minister...
Greece
Staikouras: "We See the First Signs of Exit from the Crisis"
Mr. Christos Staikouras noted that the first signs of escalation of the tax burden are already visible, and this year there were targeted reductions in taxes for the first time.
"We strive for more reductions" Mr. Staikouras said, noting that...
Greece
Hundreds Visit Thessaloniki Metro Station in Open House Event
Hundreds of visitors flocked to the interior of the Agia Sofia metro station in Thessaloniki during an "Open House" event on Saturday.
Economy
Greek Inflation Rate Soared to 11.3 percent in May
Much like in many parts of the world, the inflation rate in Greece has soared to its highest rate in nearly thirty years this month.
The Greek inflation rate reached 11.3 percent in May alone, which is up from 10.2...
Business
Greece Raises $3.4 Billion From 10-Year Bond Issue
Greece raised 3.0 billion euros ($3.4 billion) at an interest rate of 1.8 percent from the new 10-year bond issue on Wednesday.
Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said the country's first bond issue of the year was a success as it...
Business
Greece Raises $3 Billion by Reissuing 5-Year and 30-Year Bonds
Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras announced the successful reissue of Greece's 5-year and 30-year bonds. These bonds allow investors to invest in the Greek government's sovereign debt for the next 5 or 30 years, depending on which bond they...
Economy
Greece Promises Billions in Aid for Fire Victims, Reforestation
Greece's Minister of Finance and other officials announced details regarding aid for fire victims on Tuesday afternoon.
Economy
Bank of Greece: Financial System Remained Resilient Through Pandemic
The Greek financial system remained strong throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, the Bank of Greece stated in its Financial Stability Review.
Greece
Athens Plunges on World’s Most Livable Cities List
Athens has plunged to the bottom of the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) latest ranking of the world's most livable cities. The COVID-19 Pandemic has had a major effect on this years list, with many top 10 mainstays falling to...
Business
Hellinikon Casino to Be Completed in 36 Months Says Mohegan
Construction of the casino at Hellinikon will be completed in 36 months, said CEO of Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment (MGE) Ray Pineault
Business
Shops Reopen as Greece Promises More Support for Businesses
Retail shops in most parts of Greece reopened their doors to customers on Monday, as the government announced support measures for businesses
Business
Greek Parliament Ratifies Contract for Hellinikon Project
The Greek Parliament ratified a contract transferring partial ownership of the Hellinikon former airport site to Greek developer Lamda.
Europe
Greece-Russia Vow to Strengthen Ties in Athens Meeting
Greek PM Mitsotakis said that Greek-Russian relations stretch far back into the past, and may lead to Russian collaboration in the future.
Greece
World Leaders Descend on Athens for Military Parade on Greek Bicentennial
Greece is getting ready for what promises to be a spectacular military parade to to celebrate the country's bicentennial.