Banking and Finance

The proposed offer of €1.55 per share from Logicom to the shareholders of Demetra Holdings is neither fair nor reasonable, according to the report of an independent expert. As a result, ...

Major banks in Cyprus and Greece significantly expanded their bond portfolios over the past year, increasing their holdings in both domestic and European bond markets. According to a report from ...

The independent expert commissioned to evaluate Eurobank’s public offer for the remaining shares of Hellenic Bank has deemed the proposed exchange of €4.843 per share as fair and reasonable. This ...

The Bank of Cyprus on Thursday announced its final financial results for 2024, confirming profits of €508 million, as previously indicated in its preliminary results. In its announcement, the bank underlined its ...

The Cyprus Borrowers Association (Syprodat) released a statement on Monday saying that despite recent interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB), many borrowers have not noticed a decrease ...

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (Selk) has expressed reservations over certain provisions in a set of tax law amendments currently under review by the House finance committee. ...

Hellenic Bank has completed its latest voluntary exit scheme, with 154 employees departing the bank between February 17 and March 11. The initiative, which cost the group approximately €24.2 million, is expected to yield ...

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting March 17: The Cyprus International Businesses Association (CIBA) has sent a letter to Finance Minister Makis Keravnos, raising a ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming banking beyond our dreams. From automating routine tasks to enabling data-driven lending, AI is propelling the world banking industry towards increasingly greater levels of efficiency ...

CarVal Investors has further reduced its stake in the Bank of Cyprus, marking another significant divestment by the American investment fund. According to an announcement by the bank, CarVal has ...

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) and the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) on Friday hosted a high-level conference with the Cypriot economy at the heart of discussions. Specifically, the conference ...

Concerns were escalated in Parliament regarding the accessibility of ATMs for elderly residents in mountainous and other remote areas, who are forced to travel between villages to withdraw cash. This ...

Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides on Friday highlighted the country’s economic transformation in recent years, while also outlining the challenges that lie ahead. Speaking at a ...

The Bank of Cyprus has announced a new share buyback transaction as part of its ongoing repurchase programme. According to a statement issued on Friday, the bank acquired a total ...

The Cypriot government on Thursday announced new measures aimed at increasing housing availability and stabilising property prices. Specifically, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou outlined a series of policy changes during this ...

A loan against property is a versatile financial solution that allows you to pledge your residential or commercial property as a collateral to secure sizeable funds. Whether for business expansion, ...

In today’s fast-paced business world, managing financial transactions efficiently, securely, and cost-effectively is crucial. Whether you’re dealing with cross-border payments, multi-currency transactions, or corporate expenses, having the right ...

CarVal Investors, a prominent investment fund, has further reduced its stake in the Bank of Cyprus, decreasing its shareholding from 4.99 per cent to 3.07 per cent, according to a report from ...

Hellenic Bank is advancing on two major integration fronts, preparing for a dual merger process that will consolidate both its banking and insurance operations. The bank’s banking sector is ...

Credit rating agency Moody’s on Wednesday upgraded the baseline credit assessment (BCA) and adjusted BCA of Hellenic Bank, shifting its outlook from stable to positive. Specifically, the agency raised ...

Salamis Tours, originally founded by Vasos Hadjitheodosiou, remains under the firm control of his family. Recently, E.V.H. Investments Limited, a subsidiary within the family’s business structure, increased ...

Cyprus is seeing a surge in tourists from Romania, with arrivals rising 120 per cent over two years, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis said, welcoming the decision of airline Animawings ...

Cyprus is poised to reap significant benefits as an investment destination following last week’s approval by the Councils of a new plan to provide urban incentives for developments in ...

The Bank of Cyprus witnessed a surge in trading activity during the latest session at the Athens Stock Exchange, according to a report from Stockwatch. Specifically, shares worth €32 million changed ...