Greece posts €3bn primary surplus in Jan-Feb 2026 budget
Greece achieves €3bn primary surplus in early 2026, beating targets despite energy tax shortfall as government maintains strong fiscal discipline.
Economy
New minimum wage rises to €920: Net pay workers will take home
Greece raises minimum wage to €920 from April 1st – the sixth consecutive increase since 2019. Find out the exact net pay workers will take home monthly.
Bloomberg: Trump team considers oil at $200 per barrel scenario
Trump administration reportedly examining oil price scenarios up to $200 per barrel amid Iran conflict, though White House denies considering such extreme levels.
Oil: IEA “ready” for new strategic petroleum reserve release “if needed”
IEA chief announces readiness for additional strategic oil reserve releases amid Middle East conflict, following record 400 million barrel emergency deployment.
Chevron seismic surveys south of Crete set for 2026 completion
Greece accelerates energy exploration with Chevron, targeting seismic surveys south of Crete by 2026 amid Europe’s search for alternative energy sources.
Greece’s major comeback: Return to developed markets after crisis
Greece approaches MSCI upgrade to developed market status after dramatic economic recovery from 2015 crisis, potentially attracting billions in international investment.
EU-Australia trade deal signed: What changes for feta, Prosecco
EU and Australia finalize historic free trade deal after decade of negotiations, affecting protection of feta, Prosecco and other regional products.
Greece fuel pass: €25-60 amounts – Eligibility and criteria
Greece launches fuel pass subsidy program offering €25-60 to eligible citizens based on income, vehicle type, and location to combat rising energy costs.
Oil prices fall 10% after Trump announces Iran talks breakthrough
Oil prices plummet 10% and European markets surge after Trump announces breakthrough in US-Iran talks, suspending planned military strikes on energy infrastructure.
Who qualifies for Greece’s new Fuel Pass and how to get it
Greece announces new Fuel Pass program with 300 million euro package to help families cope with rising fuel prices through digital fuel cards and subsidies.
Greece unveils €300M support package: diesel subsidies, fuel pass, ferry discounts detailed
Greece announces €300M economic relief package targeting fuel costs, transport, and agriculture with diesel subsidies, digital fuel passes, and ferry discounts.
Oil prices surge amid escalating US-Iran conflict tensions
Oil prices surge as US-Iran military tensions escalate, with WTI crude jumping 49% and Brent rising 56% since conflict began, disrupting global energy markets.