Boost In Bookings Signal Holiday Optimism For Restaurants And Leisure Centers In Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 18, 2025

Holiday bookings for restaurants and leisure centers have surged in anticipation of Christmas and New Year’s festivities, according to Nèofyto Thrasivoulou, President of the Federation of Leisure Centers Owners in Cyprus (ΟΣΙΚΑ), as reported by CYP.

Heightened Mobility In Holiday Bookings

The market now offers a wide array of dining and recreational options across both mountainous and coastal settings, significantly boosting consumer interest as the festive season nears. Current data indicates that December reservations are around 60% for the holiday period, with expectations that this figure will rise further. Meanwhile, visitor rates at leisure centers have ranged from 40% to 50% so far, underscoring the dynamic shift in consumer behavior.

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Robust Outcome From The Recent Tourism Season

Reflecting on the tourism season that concluded last November, Thrasivoulou described the results as favorably impacting the industry despite initially subdued booking figures. Following a noticeable turnaround post-July, leisure center operators witnessed improved business performance and a revitalized consumer interest. Notably, during August, a greater number of Cypriots opted to remain on the island, frequenting local leisure centers rather than venturing abroad. Furthermore, tourist activity in coastal regions—particularly in areas such as the free zone of Ammochostos and Paphos—markedly increased compared to previous years.

Expanding Opportunities For Year-Round Tourism

Thrasivoulou views these developments as promising initial steps toward extending the tourism season in Cyprus. He expressed optimism that ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Tourism to maintain flight routes during the winter could pave the way for Cyprus to emerge as a year-round destination. Looking ahead, the federation plans to address existing challenges, including the finalization of contractual agreements and the review of pending legislative frameworks in the Parliament.

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Central Bank Of Cyprus Balance Sheet Reflects Strong Eurosystem Position

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 17, 2026

Overview Of Financial Stability

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has released its latest balance sheet, reaffirming its steadfast role within the Eurosystem. The balance sheet, featuring total assets and liabilities of €29.545 billion, underscores the institution’s stable financial posture at the close of January 2026.

Asset Allocation And Strategic Holdings

Governor Christodoulos Patsalides issued the balance sheet, which details the CBC’s asset composition under the Eurosystem framework. Notably, the bank’s gold and gold receivables amounted to €1.635 billion, providing a significant hedge and stability to its balance sheet. Additional asset categories include claims on non-euro area residents denominated in foreign currency at €1.099 billion, while claims on euro area residents in both foreign and domestic currency add further depth to its portfolio.

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The most substantial asset category, intra-Eurosystem claims, reached €19.438 billion, an indication of the CBC’s deep integration with its European counterparts. Furthermore, euro-denominated securities held by euro area residents contributed €6.587 billion. Despite a marked emphasis on these areas, lending to euro area credit institutions in monetary policy operations recorded no activity during the period.

Liability Structure And Monetary Policy Implications

On the liabilities side, banknotes in circulation contributed €3.218 billion. Liabilities to euro area credit institutions associated with monetary policy operations were notably the largest single category, totaling €17.636 billion. Supplementary liabilities included those to other euro area residents, which aggregated to €4.989 billion, with government liabilities playing a predominant role at €4.754 billion.

Other liability items, such as claims related to special drawing rights allocated by the International Monetary Fund at €494.193 million, and provisions of €596.571 million, further articulate the CBC’s exposure. Revaluation accounts stood at €1.643 billion, and overall capital and reserves were confirmed at €333.822 million, completing the picture of a well-capitalized institution.

Conclusive Insights And Strategic Alignment

The detailed breakdown illustrates the CBC’s sizeable intra-Eurosystem exposures, reinforcing its central role within Europe’s monetary landscape. With an asset-liability balance maintained at €29.545 billion, the CBC’s financial position remains robust, indicating a commitment to structural stability and strategic risk management.

This fiscal disclosure not only provides transparency into the CBC’s operations but also serves as a benchmark for comparative analysis among other central banks within the Eurosystem, highlighting the intricate balance between asset liquidity, regulatory oversight, and monetary policy imperatives.

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