Cyprus Mortgage Rates Surge As Eurozone Trend Diverges

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 13, 2025

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has released data for December 2024, revealing a rise in mortgage and corporate loan interest rates, while household deposit rates also climbed. In contrast, the eurozone saw a downward trend, highlighting a growing divergence in financial conditions.

Key Takeaways

Mortgage rates up: Average housing loan rates in Cyprus hit 4.75%, rising from 4.50% in November, while eurozone rates dropped to 4.15%.
Corporate loans mixed: Smaller business loans slightly increased to 5.14%, while large corporate loans over €1 million declined to 4.70%.
Deposits yield more: Household deposit rates climbed to 1.78%, but corporate deposit rates fell to 1.74%.

Mortgage Rates: Cyprus Outpaces Eurozone

New housing loans in Cyprus became more expensive, averaging 4.75% in December, well above the eurozone’s 4.15%. Societe Generale offered the highest rate at 6.60%, while the lowest came from Housing Finance Corporation at 3.32%. Other key players included the Bank of Cyprus (5.35%), Astrobank (4.30%), and Hellenic Bank (4.27%).

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Corporate Loans: Small Business Borrowing Costs Rise

For new business loans under €1 million, interest rates increased slightly to 5.14%. The highest rate was 7.28% (Banque SBA), while the lowest was 4.66% (Hellenic Bank). Notably, Ancoria raised its rate by 0.83%, while most banks saw minor reductions.

For larger corporate loans exceeding €1 million, the average rate dropped significantly from 5.63% to 4.70%. Societe Generale charged the highest rate (6.07%), while Eurobank offered the lowest at 4.12%.

Deposits: A Mixed Picture

Household deposit rates rose to 1.78%, with Arab Jordan Investment Bank leading at 3%. However, corporate deposit rates declined to 1.74%, with the National Bank of Greece offering the highest at 2.38% and the Housing Finance Corporation the lowest at 0.52%.

What’s Next?

The rise in Cyprus’ interest rates signals tighter financial conditions compared to the eurozone, potentially impacting homebuyers and businesses seeking credit. Meanwhile, higher household deposit rates could offer better returns for savers. As 2025 unfolds, all eyes will be on the CBC’s next moves and how they align with broader European trends.

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Central Bank Of Cyprus Balance Sheet Reflects Strong Eurosystem Position

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 17, 2026

Overview Of Financial Stability

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has released its latest balance sheet, reaffirming its steadfast role within the Eurosystem. The balance sheet, featuring total assets and liabilities of €29.545 billion, underscores the institution’s stable financial posture at the close of January 2026.

Asset Allocation And Strategic Holdings

Governor Christodoulos Patsalides issued the balance sheet, which details the CBC’s asset composition under the Eurosystem framework. Notably, the bank’s gold and gold receivables amounted to €1.635 billion, providing a significant hedge and stability to its balance sheet. Additional asset categories include claims on non-euro area residents denominated in foreign currency at €1.099 billion, while claims on euro area residents in both foreign and domestic currency add further depth to its portfolio.

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The most substantial asset category, intra-Eurosystem claims, reached €19.438 billion, an indication of the CBC’s deep integration with its European counterparts. Furthermore, euro-denominated securities held by euro area residents contributed €6.587 billion. Despite a marked emphasis on these areas, lending to euro area credit institutions in monetary policy operations recorded no activity during the period.

Liability Structure And Monetary Policy Implications

On the liabilities side, banknotes in circulation contributed €3.218 billion. Liabilities to euro area credit institutions associated with monetary policy operations were notably the largest single category, totaling €17.636 billion. Supplementary liabilities included those to other euro area residents, which aggregated to €4.989 billion, with government liabilities playing a predominant role at €4.754 billion.

Other liability items, such as claims related to special drawing rights allocated by the International Monetary Fund at €494.193 million, and provisions of €596.571 million, further articulate the CBC’s exposure. Revaluation accounts stood at €1.643 billion, and overall capital and reserves were confirmed at €333.822 million, completing the picture of a well-capitalized institution.

Conclusive Insights And Strategic Alignment

The detailed breakdown illustrates the CBC’s sizeable intra-Eurosystem exposures, reinforcing its central role within Europe’s monetary landscape. With an asset-liability balance maintained at €29.545 billion, the CBC’s financial position remains robust, indicating a commitment to structural stability and strategic risk management.

This fiscal disclosure not only provides transparency into the CBC’s operations but also serves as a benchmark for comparative analysis among other central banks within the Eurosystem, highlighting the intricate balance between asset liquidity, regulatory oversight, and monetary policy imperatives.

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