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Cyprus To Repay Zero-Interest Eurobond At Maturity

Republic Of Cyprus Initiates Bond Repayment

The Republic of Cyprus is set to repay a zero-interest government bond as part of its scheduled debt maturity process. This repayment, occurring a week from now, marks the culmination of a decade-long financial instrument, reflecting the nation’s disciplined fiscal management.

Bond Details And Maturity Timeline

The bond in question is the 0 per cent eurobond from the first series issued in 2021, with the final maturity scheduled for February 9, 2026. In alignment with its terms, interest covering the period from February 9, 2025, to February 9, 2026, will be paid in full on the day of repayment.

Final Trading Period And Market Implications

In addition to the scheduled repayment, authorities have announced that the last trading day for this bond will be February 3, 2026. This scheduled cessation of trading is a critical component of the debt management strategy, ensuring that market participants are fully aware of the timeline.

Government Fiscal Oversight

The announcement was made by the Public Debt Management Office of the Cyprus Finance Ministry. For further details on the nation’s fiscal policies and debt management initiatives, please visit the Cyprus Ministry of Finance.

Record-Breaking Startup Funding: Global Investments Soar To $297 Billion In Q1 2026

Global Investment Surge Redefines Venture Capital

Global startup funding reached $297 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to Crunchbase. The total increased from $118 billion in the previous quarter and exceeded annual venture funding levels recorded before 2019.

Mega Funding Rounds Propel The Market

Large funding rounds accounted for a significant share of the increase. OpenAI raised $122 billion, reaching a valuation of $852 billion, according to TechCrunch. The company had previously raised $40 billion in a prior round. Anthropic secured $30 billion at a $380 billion valuation. Additional rounds included xAI with $20 billion and Waymo with $16 billion. Combined, these four deals totaled $188 billion, representing more than 63% of overall funding in the quarter.

Shifting Dynamics In Early-Stage Valuations

Investor activity is also affecting early-stage markets. Early-stage AI startups are raising larger rounds and reaching higher valuations at earlier stages, reflecting increased competition for AI-related investments.

Looking Ahead

Recent funding patterns show a concentration of capital in a small number of large transactions. Further activity will depend on investor appetite for large-scale funding rounds and broader market conditions in the technology sector.

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