EU-India trade deal: Historic opportunity for European agri-food
EU-India trade deal eliminates tariffs on olive oil and dramatically reduces wine duties, creating historic opportunities for European agri-food exports.
Economy
Pierrakakis: We zeroed taxes for large families and youth under 25
Greek Finance Minister announces zero tax rates for large families and under-25s, promising salary increases up to 300 euros monthly for 1 million workers.
Private sector salary increases: Who gains up to two extra salaries from tax cuts (Examples)
Greek private sector workers see first salary increases from tax reform, with young employees and families gaining up to two extra annual salaries.
EU VAT exemption up to €100,000 for small businesses now live
Small businesses can now sell goods VAT-free up to €100,000 across the EU with AADE’s new digital platform simplifying cross-border transactions.
Greece leads Europe in VAT rates: €29 billion burden hits households
Greece maintains Europe’s highest VAT rates at 24%, generating record €29 billion in revenue while disproportionately burdening vulnerable households and families.
Kimberly Guilfoyle: US ready to supply reliable gas to EU through Vertical Corridor project
US Ambassador announces America’s readiness to supply reliable natural gas to Europe through the Vertical Corridor, reducing EU dependence on Russian energy imports.
Dollar hits four-year lows after Trump calls its value “excellent”
Dollar plunges to four-year lows as Trump’s comments about “excellent value” fuel selling pressure, boosting euro and pound while Fed independence concerns mount.
Budget Office: Additional fiscal space for benefits only through permanent revenue measures
Greece’s Budget Office analyzes new EU fiscal rules, emphasizing that additional fiscal space for benefits requires permanent revenue measures, not primary surplus overruns.
Deutsche Bank investigated for money laundering – Abramovich implicated
Deutsche Bank faces money laundering investigation by German authorities, with searches at Frankfurt headquarters and alleged connections to sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich.
Housing allowance up to €500: Who qualifies and how to apply
Paros Municipal Council approves housing allowances up to €500 monthly for doctors and workers facing high rental costs on the tourist island.
How to retire in 2025: Five key requirements and fund rules
Complete guide to retirement requirements in 2025: Learn the five essential criteria and fund-specific rules for Greece’s pension system changes.
EU approves landmark ban on Russian gas imports
EU member states officially approve landmark regulation banning Russian natural gas imports, marking major milestone in ending Europe’s energy dependence on Russia.