Greek tourism hits record €23.6 billion revenue in 2025
Greek tourism achieves record-breaking €23.6 billion revenue in 2025, with 37.98 million visitors marking significant growth in Mediterranean travel industry.
Economy
Art investment soars: Painting jumps from €3,000 to €24,464 at Athens auction
Carlo Bossoli painting sells for €24,464 at Athens auction, nearly 8 times its estimate, signaling strong premium investor interest in the art market.
Greece aims to become Europe’s gas hub in post-Russian era
Greece positions itself as Europe’s southern gateway for US LNG imports, aiming to become a major player in the continent’s natural gas market as the EU phases out Russian energy by 2027.
Greece plans ten hydrocarbon drilling operations by 2032
Greece plans ten hydrocarbon drilling operations by 2032 in a €1 billion investment program targeting the Peloponnese, Crete and Ionian Sea regions.
Panagopoulos declares economic war on Labor Centers
Greek union leader Panagopoulos faces accusations of economic warfare against Labor Centers through controversial funding transfers to GSEE.
Clean Monday 2026: How workers get paid and 75% bonus rules
Learn about Clean Monday 2026 pay rules for Greek workers, including when the 75% bonus applies and how holiday compensation works in the private sector.
AADE unveils new weapon against ghost companies: AI software
AADE deploys advanced AI algorithm to detect ghost company networks that have cost the Greek state millions in unpaid taxes and social contributions.
Stournaras tells Politico: Without common bonds EU economy won’t be competitive
Bank of Greece Governor Yannis Stournaras advocates for Eurobonds to boost EU competitiveness, citing support from German and Dutch central banks in Politico interview.
Easter bonus 2026: When it’s paid and how to calculate it
Private sector employees in Greece await their Easter bonus 2026. Employers must pay by Holy Wednesday, April 8. Learn how to calculate your bonus amount.
Greece opens entrepreneurship program for unemployed youth 18-29
Greece launches €37M youth entrepreneurship program for ages 18-29, emphasizing women’s participation and digital-green economy initiatives.
ECB succession talks accelerate amid French far-right threat
European governments consider fast-tracking ECB succession talks to avoid institutional complications with potential far-right French leadership in 2027.
Budget starts 2026 strong with €3.51 billion surplus in January
Greece’s budget shows strong performance with €3.51 billion surplus in January 2026, exceeding targets as revenues climb and strategic investments drive growth.