Reuters: Greece cuts growth forecast to 2% from 2.4% due to Middle East war
Greece slashes 2026 growth forecast to 2% from 2.4% amid Middle East conflict, citing inflationary pressures from rising energy costs in revised EU fiscal plan.
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IMF: 1.8% growth for Greece in 2026, but with higher costs and global uncertainty
IMF forecasts 1.8% growth for Greece in 2026 amid rising inflation and global uncertainty from Middle East conflict affecting energy prices worldwide.
Greek government reissues 10-year bond in €250M auction
Greece returns to bond markets with €250M 10-year bond reissuance amid regional tensions. Yields at 3.75% show resilience despite Iran conflict volatility.
Oil prices continue to fall amid hopes for Middle East de-escalation
Oil prices drop as markets anticipate Middle East de-escalation following Trump statements and upcoming Lebanon-Israel talks, with WTI crude falling 6.20%.
Pierrakakis from Washington: Risk of one of the biggest energy crises in modern history
Greek Finance Minister warns of potential energy crisis rivaling 1970s oil shocks, as Middle East conflicts threaten global economic stability and growth.
Tax presumptions: How freelancers can challenge them effectively
Freelancers can challenge tax presumptions through two methods: detailed audit with supporting documents or exemption requests for objective reasons like illness or force majeure.
Greece revises economic forecasts: 2% growth, inflation above 3%
Greece downgrades economic outlook with 2% growth and inflation above 3% as Middle East conflict impacts recovery plans and EU funding targets.
IMF chief: Greece among eurozone’s best economies
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praises Greece as one of eurozone’s top economies, highlighting the country’s remarkable recovery and credibility.
Middle East ceasefire sends oil prices plunging as markets remain on edge
Middle East ceasefire triggers massive oil price drop as markets shed risk premium, but uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz keeps energy traders on edge.
IMF warning: War fuels hunger and new wave of inflation
IMF Managing Director warns global food crisis worsening as Middle East war pushes 45 million more into hunger, threatening new inflation wave worldwide.
Oil prices near $100 per barrel amid Iran-US ceasefire uncertainty
Oil prices surge toward $100/barrel as Iran-US ceasefire uncertainty and Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions create market volatility.
Easter 2026: Banks closed for four days – How transactions will be affected
Banks will close for four consecutive days during Easter 2026, affecting branch services but keeping ATMs and digital banking options available for customers.