Greece spends over €750 million through EU Recovery Fund
Greece’s Public Employment Service spends over €750 million from EU Recovery Fund on job creation programs and professional training initiatives.
Economy
Business electricity subsidies: First payments begin for variable tariffs
Greek businesses receive first electricity subsidy payments for variable tariffs. Over 157,000 applications approved with deadline extended to July 12th.
Greek treasury bills yield drops to 1.70% as demand surges
Greek treasury bills see yield drop to 1.70% as investor demand reaches €1.266 billion, surpassing the €500 million target by over 250%.
Land Registry: 11 Q&A for proper final registration of your property
Essential guide for property owners: 11 crucial questions answered about Land Registry corrections, deadlines, and protecting your property rights before it’s too late.
Athens Exchange Group: New era for Greek market after Euronext deal
Athens Stock Exchange enters new era as Euronext acquisition promises market transformation, international investment boost, and European integration.
July electricity rates in Greece: What applies per provider
Greek electricity providers announce July 2024 rates. PPC offers competitive fixed and variable tariffs while absorbing wholesale price increases for consumers.
Pension increases from €12 to €65 per month for 2.5 million retirees in 2026
Greek pension increases of €12-65 monthly for 2.5 million retirees in 2026, with 2.4% rate locked based on inflation and economic growth projections.
Plan to settle Swiss franc mortgage dispute: Greece to announce an out-of-court settlement
Greece proposes out-of-court settlement for Swiss franc mortgages affecting 50,000+ borrowers, offering 10-25% exchange rate discounts amid currency surge concerns.
Building rights preserved for over 90% of Greek settlements under 2,000 residents
Greece preserves building rights for 93% of small settlements under 2,000 residents with new urban planning regulation, protecting property owners and rural development.
Eurostat: Greece inflation rises to 3.6% while eurozone hits 2%
Greece inflation jumps to 3.6% in June while eurozone stabilizes at ECB’s 2% target, widening the gap and raising questions about monetary policy.
Greece introduces 13-hour workday and year-round four-day work week
Greece’s new labor bill introduces radical workplace changes including 13-hour workdays, year-round four-day work weeks, and flexible overtime policies.
Sweet treats turn bitter: Shrinking packages, soaring prices
Sweet treats become luxury items as ice cream, chocolate, and dessert prices soar while package sizes shrink, creating challenges for consumers and businesses.