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Cyprus Inflation Eases Slightly To 2.5% In January

Inflation in Cyprus stood at 2.5% in January, down marginally from 2.6% in December, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped by 1.58 points to 116.73, reflecting a slowdown in price growth.

Agricultural Goods saw the most volatility, rising 10% year-on-year but declining 6.1% from December. Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages increased by 4.8% annually, while Restaurants and Hotels rose by 4.1%. Clothing and Footwear recorded the steepest monthly drop, falling 13%.

The biggest contributors to annual inflation were Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (+1.07) and Transport (+0.56), while Clothing and Footwear (-0.18) exerted downward pressure. Month-on-month, Clothing and Footwear (-1.00) had the most significant deflationary effect.

Catering Services (+0.48), Fresh Vegetables (+0.36), and Meat (+0.24) were key drivers of price increases, while Clothing Items (-0.81) pulled inflation down. Petroleum Products had the largest positive monthly impact (+0.15), while Clothing Items saw the biggest decline (-0.71).

Cyprus Records 3.1M Guest Nights In Q3 2025

Cyprus recorded 3.1 million guest nights in short-term rental accommodation in the third quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat. The data reflect bookings made through online platforms.

Record Performance In Q3 2025

Between July and September 2025, guest nights reached 3,104,502 across platforms, including Airbnb, Booking.com, and Expedia. The volume highlights the role of digital booking platforms in Cyprus’s tourism sector.

Continental Trends Bolstering Digital Tourism

Across the EU, short-term rental activity also increased. In the fourth quarter of 2025, total guest nights reached 172.30 million, up 10.90% compared to the same period in 2024 and 30.20% higher than in 2023. For the full year, online platforms accounted for 951.60 million nights in 2025, representing an increase of 11.40% year on year and 32.40% compared to 2023.

Regional Destinations And Competitive Dynamics

Tourism activity remains concentrated in southern European regions. Croatia’s Jadranska Hrvatska recorded 27.70 million guest nights, followed by Spain’s Andalucia with 19.50 million and France’s Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur with 16.90 million. Cyprus is not among the top 20 EU regions by volume, though its figures remain notable relative to its size.

Economic Implications And Forward Outlook

Tourism continues to play a key role in Cyprus’s economy, with online platforms accounting for a growing share of bookings. Eurostat data indicate continued expansion in digital tourism, with implications for policy planning and investment across the sector.

 

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