Banking Sector Sees Little Change In Non-Performing Exposures For May

Non-performing exposures (NPEs) in Cyprus’ banking system remained stable in May 2024, totalling €1.77 billion, a slight decrease from €1.80 billion in April. The NPE ratio stood at 7.4% of total loans. Year-to-date, there has been a modest reduction of €81 million in NPEs.

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) reported that loans overdue by over 90 days were constant at €1.39 billion, comprising 5.8% of total loans. The NPE coverage ratio saw a slight increase to 54.4% from 54.2% in April, with accumulated provisions reaching €786 million.

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Restructured facilities in May amounted to €1.42 billion, a marginal decrease from €1.44 billion the previous month. Of these, €0.79 billion were classified as non-performing under the European Banking Authority standards, a slight drop of €4 million from April.

Households held 54% of total NPEs, equivalent to €971 million, while corporations accounted for €760 million, with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) holding €695 million of this amount. Corporate NPEs had a coverage ratio of 69%, compared to 42% for household NPEs.

The CBC’s data underscores the stability of Cyprus’ banking sector despite minor fluctuations. For business professionals and investors, understanding these metrics is crucial for assessing the health and risk factors within the banking system. The consistent levels of NPEs suggest that while there is resilience, ongoing vigilance and strategic management are necessary to maintain financial stability.

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EU Farm Output Prices Decline For The First Time In Nine Months

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 12, 2026

EU Market Adjustments Signal New Price Trends

Agricultural output prices across the European Union declined in the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a shift after several quarters of increases. Data from Eurostat shows that farm gate prices fell by 1.9% compared with the same period in 2024.

Crisis of Declining Prices In Select Markets

Cyprus recorded one of the more notable decreases in agricultural input costs among EU member states, with prices falling by 2.6% compared with Q4 2024. The reduction eased cost pressures for the local agricultural sector following periods of higher prices earlier in 2025. Across the EU, prices for goods and services consumed in agriculture remained relatively stable. Non-investment inputs such as energy, fertilisers and feedingstuffs showed limited overall changes during the quarter.

Country-Specific Divergence In Price Movements

Eurostat data highlights considerable variation across member states. Fifteen EU countries recorded declines in agricultural output prices. Belgium registered the largest decrease at 12.9%, followed by Lithuania (8.2%) and Germany (6.0%). At the same time, twelve countries reported increases in output prices. Ireland recorded the strongest rise at 6.8%, followed by Slovenia (5.6%) and Malta (4.2%).

Stability In Agricultural Inputs Amid Commodity Shifts

Agricultural input prices also showed mixed developments. Eleven member states recorded declines, including Cyprus (2.6%), Belgium (2.1%) and Sweden (2.0%). Other countries experienced moderate increases, including Lithuania (4.2%), Ireland (3.3%) and Romania (2.5%). Among major agricultural commodities, milk prices declined by 4.1% while cereal prices fell by 8.9% across the EU. In contrast, fertilisers and soil improvers increased by 7.9%, reflecting continued volatility in input markets.

Outlook For EU Agriculture

The latest Eurostat data points to uneven price developments across the EU agricultural sector. While input prices remained broadly stable in many markets, movements in output prices varied significantly between member states. These trends highlight the need for farmers and policymakers to adapt to shifting commodity prices and changing cost structures across the European agricultural market.

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