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Cyprus Economy Poised For 3% Growth In 2026 Amid Global Headwinds

Strong Performance Despite Global Volatility

International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts real GDP growth in Cyprus at 3.8% in 2025 and 3% in 2026. Projections come amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, including conflict in the Middle East. Cyprus outperforms broader European trends, where economic activity remains weaker.

Global Growth And Energy Risks

IMF projects global growth at 3.1% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027, assuming limited escalation of current conflicts. Energy prices and tighter financial conditions remain key risk factors. Further disruptions linked to geopolitical developments could reduce global growth.

Inflation And Oil Price Projections

Global inflation is expected to reach 4.4% in 2026 before easing to 3.7% in 2027. Baseline projections place oil prices at $82 in 2026 and $75 in 2027. Adverse scenarios indicate oil prices could rise to $100 or $110, increasing inflation pressures.

European Monetary Policy Challenges

Euro area growth is forecast at 1.1% in 2026, down from 1.4% in 2025. Inflation is expected to reach 2.6% in 2026. Market expectations point to a 50 basis point increase in the European Central Bank deposit rate.

Conclusion: Navigating Uncertain Times

IMF analysis identifies geopolitical risks, energy costs, and fiscal pressures as key factors affecting global economic performance. Policy coordination and macroeconomic stability remain central to managing these risks.

Polymarket Confirms User Funds Stolen In Third-Party Security Breach

Prediction market platform Polymarket said hackers stole funds from an unspecified number of users after compromising a third-party vendor and injecting malicious code into the company’s website.

What Polymarket Says Happened

In a post on X on Thursday, Polymarket said the incident affected “some users” and that it has since contained the breach. The company added that it is contacting affected customers and will refund them in full.

As of Thursday afternoon, however, the full scope of the incident remained unclear. A Polymarket spokesperson confirmed that the breach resulted in the theft of user funds but declined to provide additional details.

Reports Point To Phishing And Crypto Losses

Around the same time as Polymarket’s disclosure, blockchain monitoring firm PeckShield reported on X that a phishing campaign targeting Polymarket users was underway. According to the firm, approximately $3 million in cryptocurrency was stolen.

A blockchain analyst also reported similar losses, claiming the funds had been taken from more than 11 victims. Because Polymarket allows users to deposit cryptocurrency, account security remains a key consideration for its users.

Another Setback For A Company Under Pressure

The security incident comes during a difficult week for the company. On Sunday, an investigation revealed that Polymarket had paid online creators to publish deceptive videos portraying fake betting wins as genuine. In response, the company said it would audit its promotional content.

In recent days, two users also claimed on social media that funds had been stolen from their Polymarket accounts, adding to concerns over the platform’s security and user trust.

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