During the period October-December 2023, the total weight of goods transported by road in Cyprus increased by 11.4% compared to the corresponding period of 2022. The weight of freight transported from and to Cyprus also increased by 8.5%, according to data published by CySTAT on 22 May. During the period January-December 2023, the total weight […]

Total assets of investment funds in Cyprus increased by approximately €293 million or by 4.5% in March 2024, compared to December 2023, reaching €6.78 billion. This was mainly due to the increase of approximately €260 million of their investments in shares and other related securities, which amounted to a total of €4.93 billion. According to […]

Cyprus’ office rental market is booming, with prices reaching a five-year high in the first quarter of 2024 and surpassing pre-pandemic levels. This surge is fuelled by robust demand, particularly for modern, Grade A office space. Market research from Danos International Property Consultants and Valuers shows a rental price increase of roughly 8.5% across Cyprus […]

The total weight of goods transported by road within Cyprus in the fourth quarter of 2023 saw an 11.4 per cent increase, compared to the same period in 2022, according to a report released this week by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Additionally, the weight of cargo transported by road to and from Cyprus also […]

In addition, the UK remained the key source of tourism, corresponding to 35.3 per cent of all arrivals during the month of April “The goal we set at the beginning of the year, considering all the facts before us, such as the escalating tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean, the economic situation in Central and Western […]

Sectors that are heavily exposed to AI are witnessing a surge in productivity, while AI jobs are also experiencing notable growth, according to a recent report shared by PwC Cyprus on Wednesday. This comprehensive study, which analysed over half a billion job ads from 15 countries, suggests that AI could enable numerous nations to achieve […]

The Limassol Boat Show 2024 will take place in May, from 23 to 26 at Limassol Marina, and once again, the largest nautical exhibition in the Eastern Mediterranean is expected to impress and attract thousands of yachts and marine enthusiasts. Since the early stages of the registration process, the number of entries has exceeded all […]

The Nicosia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel) on Monday announced the appointment of Andreas Antoniades as its new director general. According to the announcement, the decision was ratified by the Evel board of directors during their meeting on May 8 and came into effect from May 18. The announcement noted that Andreas Antoniades has […]

The Bank of Cyprus announced on Monday that it completed a new round in its share buyback programme, which was originally disclosed in April of this year, with 34,150 shares being purchased in total. According to an official announcement, the bank acquired 22,183 shares on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) at a weighted average price of £3.68 per share and 11,967 shares on the Cyprus […]

Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides was a prominent participant in the First International Symposium: Digital Twins 4 Healthcare, according to an official statement by the foundation. Held on May 16 and 17, this cutting-edge event was organised by the University of Cyprus alongside CYENS, KOIOS, and EPOS-IASIS, drawing an impressive cadre of over 45 international researchers. […]

Market has overcome impacts of Covid-19 By Kyriacos Kiliaris If you’re in the market for a vacation home on the island, you might be in for a sticker shock, as sale price and rental rates for these properties have soared to eight-year highs, showing that the sector has rebounded fully from the Covid-19 pandemic. Rental […]

The government will continue its efforts with a view to further support beekeeping, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Maria Panayiotou, has said. She was addressing a Bee Festival in Ora village on 19 May, on the occasion of “World Bee Day”. Panayiotou said that an important tool for the development of beekeeping in Cyprus is the Beekeeping Programme […]

Cypriot banks are urging a combination of government and regulatory policies to achieve a healthy, effective and optimal green transition. Banks stress their key role in this transition, emphasizing that while they should make significant financial contributions, the government must also align its policies with the banks to facilitate the green transition. Representatives from all […]

Ascation’s founding visionaries George Tziazas and Minas Kyriakou chart Ascanio’s course, including their early struggles and triumphs, as well as the support they received along the way. By Souzana Psara From the moment I stepped into Ascanio’s dynamic space in Nicosia, I could sense an atmosphere charged with creativity and ambition. George Tziazas, the CEO, and Minas Kyriakou, […]

Eurobank Holdings this week released its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, showcasing significant growth and robust performance across various metrics, including in its operations in Cyprus. “Our performance in the first quarter is a great start for the year and makes us confident that our 2024 planwill be delivered, with a return on tangible book value of 15 per […]