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Cyprus Industrial Production Accelerates In September 2025, Eurostat Reports

Cyprus has demonstrated robust industrial growth in September 2025, as preliminary estimates from Eurostat reveal a notable 1.0 percent month-on-month increase. This surge in production comes as Cyprus’ manufacturing sector outperformed broader recovery trends observed within both the Euro area and the European Union.

Manufacturing Momentum Amid Economic Shifts

Following a period of stability in August 2025, Cyprus’ industrial output surged, reversing months of modest performance. The data, collected over the past six months, indicates a generally positive trajectory for the country’s industrial activity, with a minor dip in May 2025 offset by consistent growth in subsequent months.

Comparative Analysis Across The Eurozone And EU

In contrast, the wider Euro area experienced only a 0.2 percent increase in industrial production in September, a rebound from a 1.1 percent decline in the previous month. Across the European Union, the recovery was more pronounced with a 0.8 percent rise. Year-over-year comparisons further emphasize these trends, registering increases of 1.2 percent in the Euro area and 2.0 percent in the EU.

Sectoral Dynamics And National Variations

Disaggregated data highlights that production of intermediate goods, energy, and capital goods recorded modest increases, while production in durable and non-durable consumer goods lagged behind, with declines noted in both categories. Notably, intermediate goods rose by 0.3 percent, energy by 1.2 percent, and capital goods by 0.3 percent, while durable consumer goods fell by 0.5 percent and non-durable consumer goods by 2.6 percent in the Euro area. Similar sectoral patterns were evident across the broader EU.

Leading Economies And Notable Declines

Among EU member states, Denmark (+7.2 percent), Sweden (+5.3 percent), and Greece (+4.8 percent) emerged as the frontrunners in monthly industrial production growth. Conversely, Ireland (-9.4 percent), Luxembourg (-5.7 percent), and Malta (-1.7 percent) experienced significant declines. On an annual basis, Sweden led with an impressive 14.7 percent increase, followed by Denmark at 9.5 percent and Greece at 7.1 percent, while Bulgaria, Luxembourg, and Lithuania registered the steepest year-over-year downtrends.

The comprehensive statistics underscore a dynamic industrial landscape across Europe, where resilience in certain sectors and regions contrasts with challenges elsewhere. For deeper insights into these evolving trends, Eurostat’s detailed reports remain an essential resource for policymakers and industry leaders alike.

Eurobank Buys Back €5.9 Million In Shares In One Week

Eurobank S.A. spent €5.88 million repurchasing more than 1.3 million of its own shares on Euronext Athens between August 17 and August 21, 2026.

The purchases are part of the bank’s ongoing share buyback programme, approved by shareholders at the annual general meeting on April 28 and launched following a public announcement on June 10.

More Than 1.3 Million Shares Repurchased

During the five-day trading period, Eurobank bought 1,312,998 shares for a total of €5,882,204.05, at an average price of about €4.48 per share.

The transactions were carried out on Euronext Athens through Eurobank Equities Single Member Investment Firm S.A.

Daily purchases were as follows:

  • August 17: 257,693 shares for €1.16 million, at an average of €4.4951 per share.
  • August 18: 271,616 shares for €1.22 million, averaging €4.4929.
  • August 19: 323,887 shares for €1.44 million, the largest daily purchase, at an average of €4.4336.
  • August 20: 237,344 shares for €1.06 million, averaging €4.4646.
  • August 21: 222,458 shares for €1.01 million, at an average of €4.5305.

Eurobank’s Share Holdings Increase

The buyback programme was formally established through a board resolution adopted on April 29, following shareholder approval and the relevant legal framework.

After the latest purchases, Eurobank holds a total of 22,500,675 of its own shares.

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