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Ask Wire Releases September 2025 Report On Cyprus’s Premium Property Transactions

Ask Wire, a technology-driven firm specializing in real estate transaction monitoring, pricing analytics, and construction activity tracking, has published its comprehensive report on the 50 most expensive real estate transactions completed in Cyprus during September 2025. The report, which provides a detailed breakdown of high-value deals across the island, underscores the evolving dynamics of Cyprus’s property market.

Robust Transaction Volume And Impressive Aggregate Value

The analysis reveals that the top 50 transactions, distributed evenly across ten per district, amassed a total value of €46.8 million. Notably, the ten priciest transactions nationwide accounted for €21.3 million, with the record-setting deal involving an apartment located in Agios Antonios, Limassol, valued at €5.1 million.

Regional Performance And Sectoral Insights

The regional breakdown highlights Limassol as the epicenter of high-end property activity, registering five of the top ten highest-value deals. Paphos contributed three transactions, while Ammochostos and Larnaca each recorded a single, significant high-value deal. This spatial distribution illustrates the concentrated investment in strategic locales with strong tourism and business appeal.

Highlights Of The Top 10 Transactions

  • Apartment in Limassol / Agios Antonios – €5.1 million
  • Villa in Paphos / Agios Theodoros – €2.7 million
  • Plot in Ammochostos / Ayia Napa – €2.65 million
  • Plot in Paphos / Pegeia – €1.8 million
  • Apartment in Larnaca / Voroklini – €1.7 million
  • Offices in Limassol / Central Area – €1.68 million
  • Offices in Limassol / Central Area – €1.68 million
  • Plot in Paphos / Pegeia – €1.5 million
  • Villa in Limassol / Agios Tycho – €1.27 million
  • Villa in Limassol / Agios Tycho – €1.25 million

District Contributions To Market Value

Limassol emerged as the leader, with its top ten transactions contributing €16 million, or 34.2% of the overall value. Paphos followed closely with 24.1% (valued at €11.3 million), while Ammochostos secured third place, outperforming both Nicosia and Larnaca in the high-end segment with a deal that significantly impacted its total figure.

Notable District Leaders In Transaction Values

  • Ammochostos: Plot valued at €2.65 million (36% of district value)
  • Larnaca: Apartment valued at €1.7 million (28.3%)
  • Limassol: Apartment valued at €5.1 million (31.9%)
  • Nicosia: Plot valued at €1 million (16.3%)
  • Paphos: Villa valued at €2.7 million (23.9%)

Market Sentiment And Strategic Implications

Pavlos Loizou, CEO of Ask Wire, characterized the high-value market in September as measured, despite robust activity in districts known for their tourism and investment appeal. “September’s high-end real estate market could be described as subdued, given that only 15 transactions exceeded the €1 million threshold. This pattern is clearly reflected in the aggregate value of the 50 priciest deals across Cyprus,” Loizou remarked.

His comments further emphasized the predominance of residential real estate, with 22 transactions involving houses and an additional six involving apartments. The land market, with 13 sales of plots and two of larger estates, followed closely. Particularly noteworthy were the office sales in Limassol, where two of the five transactions contributed a combined €6.1 million – a figure that rivals the total top ten values of Nicosia and surpasses that of Larnaca.

Conclusion: Strengthening Cyprus As a Hub for High-Value Investment

The data underscores that residential properties continue to dominate high-value transactions, while the robust performance in land and office segments—especially in Limassol—reinforces the city’s status as a focal point for premium real estate investments in Cyprus. The insights provided by Ask Wire not only offer a snapshot of current market trends but also serve as a guiding tool for investors eyeing strategic opportunities in this dynamic sector.

TikTok US Venture Secures American Ownership Amid Global Turbulence

Historic Shift in Ownership and Governance

TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, has forged a groundbreaking deal with a consortium of non-Chinese investors, establishing a predominantly American-owned joint venture to operate the popular social media platform in the United States. This milestone resolves a six-year political conundrum that began in 2020, when former President Donald Trump raised national security concerns and sought to ban the app during his administration.

Leadership and Strategic Oversight

At the helm of the U.S. entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, is Adam Presser, the former head of operations and trust and safety at TikTok. Presser’s appointment as CEO underscores the venture’s commitment to operational integrity, while TikTok CEO Shou Chew will continue to influence strategy as a board director. The joint venture is designed to safeguard national interests through enhanced data security, robust algorithm oversight, precise content moderation, and rigorous software assurances tailored for U.S. users.

Investor Composition and Governance Structure

The new entity is backed by prominent investors including Oracle, Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi-based MGX, each holding a 15% stake. Supplementary investments have been made by Michael Dell’s family investment firm, among others. Governed by a seven-member board that includes notable figures such as Timothy Dattels, senior adviser to TPG Global; Mark Dooley of Susquehanna International Group; co-CEO Egon Durban of Silver Lake; DXC Technology CEO Raul Fernandez; Oracle’s Kenneth Glueck; and David Scott of MGX, the venture exemplifies a blend of seasoned management and stringent oversight.

Political Reactions and Future Outlook

The announcement has drawn varied responses from political figures, including former President Trump, who lauded the agreement in a social media post on Truth Social. Trump asserted that the app is now owned by a coalition of “Great American Patriots and Investors,” thus framing the deal as a pivot towards a robust American digital presence. As TikTok USDS Joint Venture embarks on its new chapter, the venture stands as a prime example of strategic, international business maneuvering in the digital age.

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