Banking and Finance

Greek lender Eurobank has announced that it bought back more than 4.5 million own shares between March 2, 2026 and March 6, 2026 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. The purchases form part ...

Eurobank and BNP Paribas hosted a client dinner in Nicosia on March 4, in order to discuss global investment prospects and emerging opportunities in international markets. According to an announcement from ...

Partnership seeks to improve communication between banks and Cypriot firms The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) and the Association of Cyprus Banks on Monday officially announced the launch ...

The Association of Cyprus Banks has warned that proposed legislative changes to Cyprus’ foreclosure framework could have negative consequences for credit institutions and the wider financial system, as parliament prepares ...

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday reported a sharp decline in total net new loans in January 2026. Specifically, the figures showed that total net new loans fell by €377.7 ...

Cyprus continued to outperform most eurozone economies in fiscal balance in 2025, according to analysis released by Eurobank research economist Michail Vassileiadis, based on preliminary fiscal data and the first estimate ...

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Friday announced the launch of a public consultation on proposed amendments to its directive governing the register of beneficial owners of express ...

Bank employees’ union Etyk has reached a preliminary agreement with the management of Societe Generale for the renewal of the collective balance for the period 2023 to 2027, following intensive negotiations. “This ...

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) issued a public notice on Thursday to inform people and businesses that banks will be closed for two upcoming national holidays. According to the ...

Eurobank on Thursday highlighted its role in strengthening the India–Cyprus–Europe financial corridor during the recently-held India-Cyprus Summit 2026, an event organised by the High Commission of India in Cyprus ...

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) expects steady loan growth and remains open to targeted acquisitions under its 2026-2028 business plan, while positioning itself to withstand rising competition and potential economic ...

At the present stage, the direct and indirect effects of the expanding conflict in the Middle East on international banks and asset managers are considered manageable, according to a report ...

Over the past decade, technology has reshaped almost every area of personal finance. Banking, payments, savings tools, and even investment platforms have moved into the digital space. Lending has followed ...

Eurobank S.A. on Wednesday announced that The Capital Group Companies, Inc. reduced its indirect holding in the bank to below 5 per cent of voting rights. The announcement was made ...

Eurobank S.A. announced this week that it had repurchased 1,622,263 of its own shares between February 24, 2026 and February 27, 2026, under its approved share buyback programme. The programme was approved pursuant to ...

Digital financial literacy must begin early, as children in Cyprus and beyond are already immersed in a world of invisible and instant money, according to Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (...

Alpha Bank Cyprus on Tuesday announced the launch of its new myAlpha Benefits subscription packages, introducing what it described as a substantial upgrade to the daily retail banking experience for ...

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) published its first comprehensive annual review on Monday, detailing a decade of corporate social responsibility and a strategic pivot towards environmental, social, and ...

Santander (SAN.MC) aims to boost its profit to more than 20 billion euros by 2028, helped by growth in its US and UK markets, a rise in customer numbers and cost ...

HSBC Holdings (HSBA.L) lifted a key earnings target after its annual profit beat expectations, a decision which reflects that most of the bank’s planned overhaul has now been ...

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Friday announced the scheduling of online oral interviews for executives seeking certification as stock exchange representatives for remote members. The Council of the Exchange ...

Alpha Bank reported net profits of €943.3 million for 2025 and announced a €519 million distribution to shareholders, marking what the lender described as a decisive year for its strategy and growth trajectory. “...

Withdrawals from Cyprus’ 405 automated teller machines (ATMs) reached €2.5 billion in the first half of 2025, according to data published by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC), with higher average transactions offsetting ...

Eurobank posted a net profit of €1.36 billion in 2025, beating its targets and outlining an ambitious 2026–2028 business plan focused on higher returns and increased shareholder distributions. “In 2025, we surpassed all the ...