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Cyprus’ Financing Programme On Track Amidst Economic Optimism

Cyprus is advancing its annual financing programme efficiently, aligning closely with its fiscal targets for 2024. The approved borrowing ceiling stands at €1.3 billion, predominantly sourced from European Medium-Term Notes (EMTN). So far, Cyprus has successfully raised nearly €1.2 billion, including a recent €1 billion, seven-year fixed-rate bond issued in June.

The financing strategy also includes public treasury bills and domestic bonds aimed at individual investors. To date, €87.5 million of the targeted €120 million in treasury bills and €6.4 million of the intended €40 million in domestic bonds have been issued. Furthermore, Cyprus has secured €92.75 million in loans from supranational organisations, progressing towards the €140 million goal.

Public treasury bills, set to mature in October 2024, offer an annualised yield between 3.65% and 3.75%, presenting an attractive option for non-professional investors and businesses seeking secure liquidity management.

Sophic, a financial platform, plans to acquire a portion of the upcoming treasury bill issuance, replicating its strategy from June where it, alongside Athlos Capital, acquired over 80% of the €21.5 million issuance for client allocation.

Cyprus’ prudent financial management and structured approach towards funding reflect a robust fiscal framework aimed at maintaining economic stability and fostering investor confidence. This meticulous execution of the financing programme underscores Cyprus’ commitment to strategic fiscal governance and economic resilience, which are vital for sustaining long-term growth.

The ongoing success of Cyprus’ financing programme highlights the nation’s proactive fiscal planning and the effectiveness of its public debt management office. By securing diverse funding sources and maintaining investor engagement, Cyprus continues to bolster its financial stability and economic prospects.

As Cyprus progresses with its financing activities, the focus remains on sustaining fiscal discipline while leveraging favourable market conditions to optimise funding costs. This approach not only ensures the fulfilment of immediate financing needs but also lays a solid foundation for future economic resilience.

Cyprus Beer Deliveries Fall 2.3% In First Nine Months Of 2026

Beer deliveries in Cyprus fell by 1.2% year on year in September, as growth in domestic demand failed to offset a sharp decline in exports, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat).

Domestic Market Remains Resilient

Total beer deliveries reached 4.32 million litres in September, down from 4.37 million litres a year earlier. Domestic deliveries increased by 2.4% to 4.29 million litres, compared with 4.19 million litres in September 2025, highlighting the importance of local consumption to the sector.

Exports Drop Sharply

Exports fell by 84.4% year on year to 28,577 litres, from 183,503 litres in September 2025. The decline highlights the volatility of Cyprus’s beer exports, where relatively small volumes can lead to substantial percentage changes.

Deliveries Decline Month On Month

Compared with August 2026, total beer deliveries decreased by 2.2%, from 4.42 million litres. Domestic deliveries rose by 1.5% month on month to 4.29 million litres, up from 4.22 million litres, while exports dropped by 85.1% to 28,577 litres, compared with 192,313 litres in August.

Year-To-Date Deliveries Remain Below 2025 Levels

Between January and September 2026, total beer deliveries amounted to 33.60 million litres. Of this volume, 32.37 million litres went to the domestic market, while 1.23 million litres were exported.

Overall deliveries were approximately 2.3% lower than in the same period of 2025. Domestic deliveries remained broadly stable, declining by around 0.6% year on year, according to Cystat’s monthly percentage changes.

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