Industrial production rises 2.1% in April 2026, Greek statistics show
Greek industrial production surged 2.1% in April 2026 according to ELSTAT data, marking a significant recovery from previous declines in manufacturing output.
Economy
Greece leads Southeast Europe as IMF praises economic transformation
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva congratulates Greece on its economic transformation, as the country joins new Southeast Europe technical assistance center.
Theodorikakos: Profit margin cap extension if no deal reached with food industry
Greek Development Minister hints at extending profit margin caps if negotiations with food industry and supermarkets fail to reduce prices on essential goods.
Pierrakakis in Brussels for meetings with Georgieva and Rutte
Greek Finance Minister Pierrakakis heads to Brussels for high-level meetings with IMF’s Georgieva and NATO’s Rutte to discuss Greece’s strategic role in Southeast Europe.
Greek inflation drops to 5.2% in May amid soaring fuel prices
Greek inflation eases to 5.2% in May from 5.4% in April, but energy costs soar with heating oil prices jumping over 53% according to official statistics.
Papathanasis: Home renovation platform opens June 15 – €500M for 25,000 houses
Greece launches €500M home renovation program for 25,000 properties. Platform opens June 15 with expanded income criteria and subsidies up to €36,000.
Greece raises €3 billion as 10-year bond attracts €36 billion in bids
Greece successfully raises €3 billion through 10-year bond reissuance, attracting massive €36 billion in investor bids amid strong market confidence.
Tourism for All 2026: When applications open for vouchers up to €600
Greece launches Tourism for All 2026 program offering vouchers up to €600 via digital cards. Applications open soon with 30,000 additional beneficiaries added.
Oil prices drop after Iran-Israel agreement – Brent falls below $94 per barrel
Oil prices drop below $94 after Iran-Israel ceasefire agreement. Brent crude futures fall as Middle East tensions ease and peace negotiations show progress.
OPEKA announces June 10 start for vacation and cultural programs
OPEKA launches vacation programs June 10, 2026. Selected beneficiaries can collect vouchers for social tourism, medical spa trips, and cultural activities.
Greece emerges as strategic US energy ally with major oil partnerships
Greek Energy Minister announces strategic partnerships with ExxonMobil and Chevron, positioning Greece as key US ally in energy security and natural gas production.
Property damage in rental homes: Who pays what between landlord and tenant
Comprehensive guide to landlord and tenant rights regarding property damage, security deposits, and legal remedies in rental agreements.