Category: Macroeconomy

One in four Greek small businesses has cash for just one month, amid rising costs and worsening payment delays—IME-GSEVEE reports.

Bank of Greece data shows household deposits rose in July 2026, while corporate deposits and private-sector lending declined.

Deputy PM Hatzidakis outlines major infrastructure progress, job growth, exports, and renewables in Northern Greece through 2030.

The EU approves Greece’s €4.77 billion Social Climate Plan—supporting heating aid, electric buses, heat pumps, renovations, and inclusive mobility until 2032.

EVEP assesses €145bn EU and €3bn Greek economic cost after six months of Middle East war — energy, inflation, transport, and growth impacts.

Greece considers a two-tier presumptive income system for freelancers, offering relief to compliant professionals as digital tax tools improve accuracy.

Amid a sharp August surge in wholesale electricity prices, Greece weighs targeted subsidies and systemic energy reforms ahead of the Thessaloniki Fair.

Greece plans over €1.3 billion in new 2027 measures ahead of Thessaloniki Fair — covering tax relief, pensions, housing, and freelancer reforms.

Greek authorities impose heavy fines on illegal beach businesses in Rhodes, Kavala, Skiathos, and Corfu amid intensified summer inspections.

DYPA launches 108 in-person and online career workshops across Greece this September to support job seekers and professionals navigating labor market changes.

A €60.4 million environmental upgrade program for Attica launches with 13 municipal projects focused on green spaces, climate resilience, and urban livability.

Parliament debates Kerameos’ bill on professional pension funds, introducing open schemes, tax incentives, and phased taxation for accrued rights.

Greek insurers’ total assets hit €22.9B in Q2 2026, up €978M q/q, driven by equity gains and mutual fund investments, per Bank of Greece data.

Greece may extend its diesel subsidy amid high fuel prices; final decision rests with PM and economic team ahead of 31 August deadline.

Greek Development Minister announces 282 productive investments in Macedonia and Thrace, backed by €510M and set to create 5,000+ jobs.

New revenue data shows Greece relies heavily on VAT and SCT—hitting low- and middle-income households hardest—amid rising inflation and weak wage growth.

The ECB plans a modest rate increase on 9–10 September to counter energy-driven inflation, without signaling further tightening.

DEDDHE deploys drones and IoT sensors to monitor forests and prevent wildfires linked to power infrastructure in Greece.

Greek energy ministry links rising renewables to falling electricity prices and a €438M export surplus on interconnections.

New Greek legislation reduces state housing aid for voluntarily insured businesses—raising questions about incentives and fiscal fairness.