Greece becomes key player in global energy developments
Greece emerges as key energy player as minister’s US visit coincides with major LNG and Ukraine war anniversaries, reshaping Europe’s geopolitical energy landscape.
Economy
Vertical Corridor: Albania’s FSRU plans and Turkish ambitions
Albania demands FSRU construction as part of US LNG deal, raising questions about true intentions and potential competition to Greece’s Vertical Corridor project.
Iran crisis triggers global market crash as oil and gold soar
Global markets crash as Iran crisis escalates, oil surges 8% past $78, gold hits records while Athens exchange plunges below 2,200 points.
Economic team on high alert after Iran war: Energy price concerns
Greece’s economic team monitors energy markets as Iran conflict triggers oil price surge, threatening inflation and tourism amid Middle East crisis.
Brussels moment for the Vertical Corridor: The plan that changes Europe’s energy map
The Vertical Corridor faces a crucial test in Brussels as Europe’s energy map transformation plan moves from political commitments to implementation reality.
Countdown to minimum wage increase: Target of €950 by 2027
Greece’s minimum wage set to rise from April 1st with government targeting €950 by 2027. Social partners propose increases ranging from 2.5% to over 5%.
ENFIA property tax clearances near completion: reductions, exemptions and key checks
Greek property owners face major ENFIA tax changes with 50% reductions for small settlements, insurance discounts, and complete exemptions for some categories.
AADE Registry closed for 10 days for business activity code upgrade
Greek Tax Authority suspends registry services for 10 days to upgrade 1.9 million business activity codes, affecting digital transactions for businesses nationwide.
Europe “absorbs” US LNG: Export surge and Atlantic freight rates soar
Europe dominates US LNG imports with 75.8% share in December 2025, driving Atlantic freight rates higher while reshaping global energy trade patterns.
Capital Tankers completes oversubscribed share offering ahead of Oslo listing
Capital Tankers raises $441M in oversubscribed Oslo share offering, with Marinakis retaining 73.7% stake ahead of March listing on Euronext Growth market.
Tightening grip on servicers: New oversight mechanism for borrower complaints
Greece introduces strict oversight for loan servicers amid rising borrower complaints about unfair practices and harassment in non-performing loan management.
Greek Bank Loans Surge 8% in 2026: Housing Loans Jump 15%
Greek banks report 8% loan growth in 2026, with mortgage loans surging 15% and total disbursements reaching €3 billion as credit expansion accelerates.