Meat prices soar 57% as livestock disease and supply crisis hit
Meat prices surge 57% as livestock disease and reduced production transform basic food into luxury item for Greek families. Crisis expected through 2027.
Economy
Public land squatters: Last chance after extension to 2026
Only 5.8% of 90,000 public land squatters applied for purchase, forcing Greece to extend the deadline to 2026 with discounts up to 80%.
Public land buyout program extended: One-year deadline extension
Greece extends public land buyout program deadline by one year until September 2026, giving citizens more time to purchase illegally occupied properties.
Eurostat: Greece records 3.1% inflation in August, EU stable at 2.4%
Greece’s inflation hits 3.1% in August 2025, exceeding EU average of 2.4% as eurozone remains stable at 2.0%, reveals latest Eurostat data.
Stournaras: Greece is an example of stability and resilience
Bank of Greece Governor Yannis Stournaras highlights Greece’s transformation into a model of economic stability and resilience, supporting early loan repayment.
Restaurant sector leads violations with €4.5M in fines
Restaurant sector leads Greek tourism violations with €4.5M in fines from 1,137 penalties, as Labor Inspectorate intensifies summer inspections by 10%.
DYPA special seasonal allowance: When and how to apply
Greek workers in seasonal industries can now apply for DYPA’s special seasonal allowance for 2025 through the gov.gr platform starting September 10.
Countdown begins for rent refund: Actions needed by September 30
Greek taxpayers have until September 30 to check tax code 081 in their declarations to secure rent refunds up to 800 euros, or risk losing the subsidy.
Student housing allowance: Second chance for late applications
Greece’s Ministry of Education reopens student housing allowance applications for three days, giving students a second chance to apply for financial support.
Pierrakakis: We want young people to create, work and live in Greece
Greek Finance Minister announces major tax cuts for young workers under 30, eliminating taxes on income up to €20,000 to encourage youth to stay in Greece.
Tax cuts 2026: Who benefits and how much – Complete examples
Greek workers and families will see significant salary increases from January 2026 due to major tax cuts, with benefits reaching up to €370 monthly for higher earners.
Military and police salary increases: New pay scale brings raises up to €276 monthly
Greek military and security forces receive major salary increases from €63-276 monthly starting October, with total compensation rising 13-20% annually.