Greece among Europe’s most expensive Airbnb markets at €141 per night
Greece ranks 12th among European countries for Airbnb prices at €141 per night, with extreme seasonality driving summer rates 55% higher than off-season.
Economy
Good news for retirees: pension increases coming this summer
Greek government announces major pension reforms this summer, including increases for low-pension recipients and restoration of holiday bonuses for all retirees.
ECB prepares new interest rate hike amid low savings returns
ECB prepares new interest rate hike amid geopolitical tensions and inflation fears, while Greek banks maintain high profit margins but savers see low returns.
Relief for thousands of insured: Pension “window” even with debts over €30,000 to EFKA
Council of State ruling allows thousands of Greek pensioners with EFKA debts over €30,000 to finally retire, opening new pension pathways for debt-burdened workers.
72 installments for tax and social security debts – new payment plan
Greece introduces 72-installment payment plan for tax debts, offering relief to 1.8M debtors with 160B euros owed to authorities and social security funds.
Greece launches 72-installment debt payment plan and home renovation program
Greece introduces 72-installment payment plan for state debts and €500M home renovation program with subsidies up to €36,000 for properties built before 1990.
Bitcoin falls below $60,000 after Strategy moves, biggest drop since October 2024
Bitcoin drops below $60,000 following Strategy’s major sell-off, marking its biggest weekly decline since October 2024 amid market uncertainty.
What the increase in bank account exemption limits really means
New €1,600 bank account protection limit helps 1.8 million Greek debtors avoid wage and pension seizures, providing financial relief amid rising costs.
ESM approves Greece’s early repayment of €6.95bn from first bailout
ESM gives green light for Greece’s €6.95bn early debt repayment from first bailout program, sending positive signal to financial markets.
Greece unemployment rate reaches 10.6% in Q1 2026 – ELSTAT data
Greece’s unemployment rate jumped to 10.6% in Q1 2026, with 508,401 people unemployed. ELSTAT data reveals key employment trends and sector changes.
Greek shipping faces unfair targeting amid decarbonization push
Greek shipping leader condemns unfair targeting of industry while defending realistic approach to maritime decarbonization goals and shadow fleet accusations.
Greek Church salaries surge up to 95% in new government bill
Greek government bill grants massive salary increases up to 95% for Archbishop and Metropolitan Bishops, raising monthly pay to €4,671 from previous €2,400-2,915 range.