Jumbo plans further expansion in Cyprus

Jumbo plans further expansion in Cyprus

Greek retail giant Jumbo has confirmed its interest in opening two new stores in Cyprus – one in Larnaca and the other in Protaras – but clarified that there’s no set plan or timeframe at this stage. The company told Kathimerini that the move is part of its broader five-year vision, not an active development […]

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Sanctuary of Apollo Rediscovered on Cyprus

Sanctuary of Apollo Rediscovered on Cyprus

News  May 1, 2025 PERA ORINIS, CYPRUS—In 1885, German archaeologist Max Ohnefalsch-Richter located the Sanctuary of Apollo at Frangissa in a remote valley near the ancient site of Tamassos. The temple was filled with hundreds of votive statues, some of colossal size, and the discovery was considered one of the most spectacular finds of its time. […]

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Limassol to host Hungarian event on sustainable industrial tech

Limassol to host Hungarian event on sustainable industrial tech

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), in collaboration with the embassy of Hungary in Cyprus, will host a business-to-business (B2B) event highlighting innovative Hungarian technologies in agriculture and industry. The event, titled “Hungarian Smart & Sustainable Solutions for Agriculture and Industry with Drone Live Presentation”, will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 09:00 at […]

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Bank of Cyprus continues €30m buyback with April-May share purchases

Bank of Cyprus continues €30m buyback with April-May share purchases

Bank of Cyprus Holdings Public Limited Company on Friday announced the repurchase of 295,526 of its own ordinary shares between April 25, 2025, and May 1, 2025. The shares, each with a nominal value of €0.10, were acquired on both the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) and the Main Market of the Regulated Securities Market of the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX). The transactions were […]

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Nicosia tops high-end realty sales

Nicosia tops high-end realty sales

Nicosia topped the charts in March with the most expensive property sale in Cyprus, a whopping 29.3-million-euro office transaction in the central district of Agioi Omologites, according to property data firm Ask Wire. In its latest report, the company revealed that the 10 most expensive property sales across the island in March reached a combined […]

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Cyprus posts €580.6 million surplus despite spending rise

Cyprus posts €580.6 million surplus despite spending rise

Cyprus recorded a general government surplus of €580.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data published by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Friday. The surplus represents 1.6 per cent of GDP and marks a slight increase from the €575.7 million surplus (1.7 per cent of GDP) recorded during the same period in 2024. Total government revenue for January to March […]

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Nicosia office deal tops Cyprus high-end property sales in €92.7m March market

Nicosia office deal tops Cyprus high-end property sales in €92.7m March market

Cyprus recorded €92.7 million in high-value property transactions in March 2025, with Nicosia taking the lead thanks to a single €29.3 million office sale, according to real estate analytics firm Ask Wire. According to a report released on Friday, the 50 most valuable transactions nationwide marked a 43 per cent increase compared to February 2025, underlining a strong rebound in property market activity. […]

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Best Things to Do in Paphos, Cyprus

Best Things to Do in Paphos, Cyprus

Nestled on the sun-drenched southwest coast of Cyprus, Paphos is a charming city that effortlessly blends history, nature, and Mediterranean flair. It’s a place where ancient ruins overlook sparkling seas and traditional tavernas buzz with the clinking of glasses and the smell of grilled halloumi. Whether you’re planning a cultural getaway, a beach escape, or […]

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Cyprus gets three projects back on track

Cyprus gets three projects back on track

After months of setbacks and stalled progress, three of Cyprus’ biggest public works projects are getting a fresh start. The government plans to re-tender and relaunch work on the long-delayed Paphos-Poli road, the redevelopment of Larnaca port, and the expansion of Nicosia’s ringroad, all by end-2025. These major projects had hit roadblocks after issues with […]

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Cyprus average monthly earnings rise to €2,487 — 4 in 10 earn below €1,500

Cyprus average monthly earnings rise to €2,487 — 4 in 10 earn below €1,500

The average gross monthly earnings of employees in Cyprus rose by 5.3 per cent in 2024, reaching €2,487, according to provisional data released on Wednesday by the state statistical service. In terms of the fourth quarter of 2024 specifically, gross monthly earnings stood at €2,813, up from €2,680 in the same quarter of the previous year. This represents a 5 per cent year-on-year increase. When […]

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