CCLEI records upward trend in December 2024, according to UCY CypERC

CCLEI records upward trend in December 2024, according to UCY CypERC

The Cyprus Composite Leading Economic Index (CCLEI) recorded a year-over-year increase of 2.3% in December 2024, following the year-over-year increases of 2.2% and 2.0% recorded in November and October 2024, respectively. The CCLEI maintained its upward trajectory in December 2024, with the majority of its leading economic variables (namely, the Cyprus ESI, tourist arrivals, credit […]

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Cyprus rental costs hit new highs

Cyprus rental costs hit new highs

Available rental properties across Cyprus have reached 4,484 units, with apartments averaging €1,803 and houses €3,249 monthly, according to new data released by Landbank Analytics for January 2025. The analysis reveals a significant regional price disparity, with Limassol commanding the highest rents. The city accounts for 45% of available apartments nationwide, with an average monthly […]

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Limassol municipalities unite to tackle urban growth, traffic

Limassol municipalities unite to tackle urban growth, traffic

To tackle traffic congestion and improve urban development, the municipalities of Limassol, Amathus, and Polemidia have teamed up on a collaborative spatial planning initiative, aimed at enhancing the city’s organisation while preserving the environment.  The Limassol Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Evel) has shared comments by Amathus mayor Kyriakos Xydias, who said that “the initiative […]

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Cyprus is a rat

Cyprus is a rat

The last Year of the Snake was 2013 – and we all know what that brought! Are you a Blunt-Nosed Viper or a Cyprus Whip-snake? Perhaps you’re one of the island’s rarer species: the Coin Snake, Dwarf Snake, or Worm Snake (an elusive ophidian that lives quietly underground). Either way, there’s one criterion that will determine […]

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Cambodia teams up with Alibaba Cloud to develop E-commerce platform

Cambodia teams up with Alibaba Cloud to develop E-commerce platform

The Royal Government Friday joined hands with Alibaba Cloud (Singapore) Private Limited to develop the E-commerce platform and digital marketing skills. A memorandum of understanding on the development of E-commerce, promotion of digital literacy, and marketing skills was signed at the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications in the presence of Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce […]

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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting January 20: Limassol has the highest rental prices in Cyprus, averaging €4,492 for houses, while Famagusta has the lowest, with apartments averaging €745, according to a report released on Monday from Landbank Analytics. Moreover, capital markets are expected to continue being influenced by the demands of the digital transition, the rise of artificial intelligence, […]

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The incredible new £1bn airport upgrade set to transform transport in tiny country

The incredible new £1bn airport upgrade set to transform transport in tiny country

Huge construction projects are underway across Asia as countries invest in their infrastructure to boost economic development. Such ambitious projects spas everything from new roads to bridges, ports and even airports. One country currently modernising its transport capabilities is Cambodia, which is looking to increase the number of visitors to the country. To that end, Cambodia has embarked on an […]

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Carnival season returns to Cyprus

Carnival season returns to Cyprus

Parades planned across the island in the run up to Easter The carnival season is fast approaching! Coming up earlier this year, carnival season is getting ready to fill every corner of the island with masquerade parties, confetti, music and song. As it signals spring and the Easter period, the carnival is a beloved time […]

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