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Cyprus Assets Under Management Rise To €11.4 Billion In Record Growth

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 26, 2026

Robust Sector Growth

Cyprus’ investment funds sector continues to expand, with assets under management (AuM) reaching €11.4 billion, according to the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The number of active management entities, including Authorised, Registered, and Approved Management Companies and Undertakings for Collective Investments, has risen to a record 260.

The figures highlight steady growth in the sector and reflect increasing activity within Cyprus’ investment management ecosystem.

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Strengthening Credibility Through Governance

Maria Panayiotou, president of the Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA), underscores that the current momentum is not merely quantitative. It represents a qualitative leap marked by unwavering commitment to enhanced governance, transparency, and long-term value creation. With quality growth as a strategic priority, the sector is poised to further solidify its credibility within an increasingly competitive international investment landscape.

Driving Economic Impact

The expansion of the sector is also contributing to the broader economy. Direct investments linked to the industry have reached €2.8 billion, reinforcing the role of investment funds as a growing source of capital inflows. This trend supports Cyprus’ positioning as a regional financial center while helping diversify economic activity beyond traditional sectors.

Charting A Path Forward

Amid global market volatility and stronger competition between financial hubs, Cyprus is emphasizing regulatory stability and institutional maturity. Industry stakeholders are also focusing on talent development and alignment with European regulatory standards to sustain long-term growth. These factors are increasingly viewed as essential for maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving investment environment.

Conclusion

The rise in assets under management to €11.4 billion signals continued momentum for Cyprus’ investment funds industry. As the sector expands, its ability to combine regulatory credibility with sustained capital inflows will play a central role in shaping Cyprus’ position within the European investment landscape.

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Cyprus Industrial Sector Demonstrates Robust End-Of-Year Performance

Recent data from the Cyprus Statistical Service show that the Industrial Turnover Index reached 139.8 in December 2025, compared with a base value of 100 in 2021. The figure represents a 4.9% increase compared with December 2024.

Strong Momentum Across the Board

For the full year, the index increased by 5% compared with 2024. The figures indicate continued activity across several industrial sectors in Cyprus.

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Manufacturing And Mining Drive Growth

Manufacturing recorded the largest increase, with the index reaching 146.8 in December. This represents a 7.1% increase compared with the same month a year earlier. Mining and quarrying also recorded a higher turnover, with an increase of 6%.

Sectoral Disparities Highlight Strategic Challenges

Not all sectors recorded growth during the same period. The electricity supply sector reported a 3.8% decline, while the water supply and materials recovery sector decreased by 6.8% year-on-year.

Aligned With European Standards

The Industrial Turnover Index measures monthly changes in turnover across key industrial sectors, including mining, manufacturing, electricity supply, and water supply. Under the NACE Rev. 2 classification used across the European Union, the index covers sections B, C, D, and E. Activities such as sewerage, waste collection, and remediation are not included.