Cyprus Accelerates Digital Future: President Meets with Oracle To Drive Transformation

by News Editor

April 9, 2025

This week, President Nikos Christodoulides engaged in pivotal discussions with Luke Kowalski, Oracle’s Senior Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Compliance. The focus? Accelerating Cyprus’ journey into the digital future.

The Role Of Oracle In Cyprus’ Transformation

The meeting centered around the development of robust cloud infrastructure and strategies to propel the nation’s economy. As shared by government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis on LinkedIn, Oracle is poised to play a crucial role in meeting Cyprus’ strategic ambitions.

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Building Local Talent And Opportunities

An exciting element discussed was a skills development initiative aimed at nurturing local tech talent and enhancing job opportunities. This move positions Cyprus as a key player in the Eastern Mediterranean’s tech landscape, leveraging its strategic location.

Cyprus As A Tech Hub

With attractive tax incentives and a stable political environment, Cyprus is rapidly becoming a regional hub for tech innovation. The collaboration with Oracle underscores the government’s vision of establishing the island as a beacon of digital governance and innovation.

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Cyprus Construction Price Index Rises Amid Cost Pressures

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 19, 2026

The latest data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) shows that the Price Index of Construction Materials in Cyprus reached 118.89 points in January 2026, based on a 2021 average of 100. Compared with December 2025, the index increased by 0.12%, indicating gradual price adjustments across the sector.

Year-Over-Year Growth

On an annual basis, the index recorded a 1.09% increase compared with January of the previous year. The rise reflects ongoing changes in contractor costs and highlights evolving market conditions within the construction industry.

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Commodity-Specific Movements

The report provides a detailed breakdown by material category. Minerals recorded the strongest annual increase at 2.91%, followed by electromechanical products at 2.55%. Products made from wood, insulation materials, chemicals and plastics rose by 1.19%, while mineral products increased by 0.97%. In contrast, metallic products declined by 0.49%.

Volatility In Sub-Categories

More pronounced changes were observed within specific sub-categories. Mineral aggregates rose by 8.34%, while stones increased by 4.97% compared with January 2025. Electrical fixtures posted a 4.65% increase. Iron and steel products declined by 1.73%, and ceramics and cement continued to trend lower, falling by 1.47% and 1.38% respectively.

Methodological Insights

The index is calculated as a weighted average based on the expenditure share of sampled materials during the 2021 base year. Prices are collected monthly from a range of suppliers, using the 15th of each month as the reference date and excluding VAT. The Construction Costs Index applies specifically to new residential buildings.

This detailed analysis not only sheds light on current market trends but also offers stakeholders a robust framework for understanding the underlying cost dynamics in Cyprus’s construction materials market.

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