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Cyprus On Track For Robust Economic Growth: New Projections Reveal Positive Trends

In a significant update, credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS has revised its economic projections for Cyprus, showcasing a notably positive outlook for the nation’s economy.As per the latest forecasts, Cyprus is poised for a stronger economic trajectory, with the agency enhancing its 2025 GDP growth expectations by 0.3 percentage points, now anticipating a total expansion of 3.1%.

The unemployment figures also indicate good news, with predictions of a reduction to 4.9% in 2025—a 0.2 percentage point improvement from December’s forecast. This trend is expected to carry into 2026, maintaining a 4.9% rate.

Compared to other European countries, Cyprus is projected to outpace the average growth rate, joining the ranks of nations like Denmark, Spain, and Malta in swift economic progression. The surge is attributed to robust net export growth, favorable domestic investment conditions, and increasing consumer demand. These are encouraging signs for anyone considering investing in Cyprus, especially with its reopened digital nomad visa applications.

Recent upgrades in Cyprus’ credit rating—from BBB (high) to A (low) with a positive outlook—underscore the resilience and potential of its economy. Key factors include significant debt reduction, with public debt expected to decline from 96.5% of GDP in 2021 to 56.7% by 2026, supported by strong economic growth and fiscal surpluses.

However, future improvements depend on sustained debt reduction and resilience against geopolitical and fiscal challenges. A potential downgrade might occur if public debt or banking liabilities rise sharply.

These forecasts highlight the optimistic economic atmosphere in Cyprus, making it an attractive spot for potential investments and financial activities.

Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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