Free pension stamps for unemployed until retirement: Who qualifies
Greece introduces groundbreaking program offering free pension stamps to long-term unemployed, eliminating age restrictions to help thousands complete retirement requirements.
Economy
A21 child benefit 2026: Payment dates and amounts per installment
OPEKA continues A21 child benefit payments for 2026 with six bimonthly installments. Payment amounts vary by income category and number of children.
Winter sales 2026: Which Sundays stores will be open – What consumers should know
Winter sales 2026 run from January 12 to February 27. Stores open on first two Sundays. Learn consumer rights and what to watch for during discount season.
Pensions: Below 1,000 euros for 6 out of 10 retirees – December 2025 data analysis
New data reveals 60% of retirees receive pensions below 1,000 euros, with significant gaps between public and private sector pensions in December 2025.
Greece launches 10-year bond offering targeting €8 billion in 2026
Greece opens order book for 10-year bond with €8 billion fundraising target for 2026. Pricing guidance set at 3.47%-3.52% with major banks as lead managers.
Winter sales 2026: What are the risks, how to avoid phishing scams
New Kaspersky research reveals 65% of online shoppers think they can spot scams alone, yet only 42% use security software to protect against phishing attacks.
EU-Mercosur trade deal: What it means for Greek products
Major EU-Mercosur trade deal creates new opportunities for Greek olive oil, feta and wine exports while raising concerns about agricultural competition.
Minimum wage 2026: What scenarios predict for increases
Greece prepares minimum wage increases for 2026 with scenarios ranging from 35-50 euro raises, aiming for 950 euros by 2027 while offering tax reliefs for young workers.
ECB: 6 candidates for new vice president – Two familiar to Greeks
Six candidates compete for ECB vice president role as Luis de Guindos’ term ends. Two familiar names to Greeks: Olli Rehn and Mário Centeno from bailout era.
Rent refund payments: 24,000 beneficiaries to receive funds on January 15
Rent refund payments begin January 15 for 24,000 beneficiaries who modified tax returns after December 13. Automatic bank transfers require valid IBAN registration.
Greece returns to markets with 10-year bond issuance – First for 2026
Greece prepares first 2026 bond issuance with major banks as underwriters, marking return to international debt markets amid favorable conditions.
Greece launches new digital weapons against tax evasion in 2026
Greece deploys AI-powered digital tools in 2026 to combat tax evasion, targeting €2.5 billion in additional revenue through real-time monitoring and social media.