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Donald Trump Elected 47th President Of The United States

Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, securing 277 Electoral College votes, according to reports by international media. The victory was bolstered by a decisive win in Wisconsin, as well as leads in several swing states including North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. With JD Vance as his Vice President, Trump’s campaign focused on promises to reform the federal government and take action against political adversaries. Democratic candidate Kamala Harris fell short with 224 Electoral College votes.

Trump’s victory saw immediate reactions from the financial markets. Futures on the Dow and S&P 500 rose over 2% following the news, while cryptocurrency markets also surged, with Bitcoin and Ether gaining over 7%. Meanwhile, European markets responded cautiously due to Trump’s stance on stricter trade policies and potential tariffs that could impact EU exports. EURO STOXX 50 and German DAX futures both dropped slightly, though European leaders have expressed a willingness to collaborate.

World leaders, including India’s Narendra Modi, Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu, and France’s Emmanuel Macron, extended their congratulations to Trump. European leaders and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky also acknowledged the victory, signalling a diplomatic commitment to future cooperation despite potential trade tensions.

Cyprus Economy Outperforms EU Benchmarks With 4.5% Quarterly Growth

The Cypriot economy recorded an impressive 4.5% year-on-year growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to preliminary estimates from the Statistical Service. This performance represents a notable acceleration, with a seasonally adjusted quarterly increase of 1.4% compared to the previous period.

Quarterly Performance Surpasses Expectations

Based on Eurostat data, Cyprus has significantly outpaced its European counterparts. While the Eurozone achieved an average growth rate of 1.3% and the European Union registered 1.5%, Cyprus clearly outperformed both. Such robust quarterly performance underlines the nation’s strategic economic positioning amid global market uncertainties.

Full-Year Projections And Fiscal Discipline

For the entire year 2025, growth is forecasted at 3.75%, exceeding earlier predictions from the Ministry of Finance and several domestic and international agencies, which had estimated an increase between 2.9% and 3.5%. This optimistic projection is supported by a low inflation environment and conditions of near-full employment.

Sustainable Growth Amid Global Uncertainty

Despite increased international volatility, Cyprus continues to demonstrate a resilient economic dynamic. Experts assert that a commitment to prudent and disciplined fiscal policies will bolster the nation’s ability to maintain medium-term growth rates above 3%. This strategic approach offers a strong competitive edge, much like other success stories in high-growth markets where sound economic management has proven vital.

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