Cyprus Property Market Sees Sustained Growth In February 2026

Market Overview

Property sales in Cyprus increased by 12% in February 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, according to data from the Department of Lands and Surveys. A total of 1,537 properties were sold during the month, up from 1,371 in February 2025.

The latest figures follow an 11% increase recorded in January and a 24% rise in December 2025, indicating continued momentum in the property market at the start of the year.

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Regional Dynamics

Limassol recorded the strongest growth among Cyprus districts, with transactions rising by 24% year on year. The district registered 482 property sales compared with 389 during the same period last year, maintaining the highest transaction volume nationwide.

Activity in the Famagusta district also remained strong. Sales increased by 21% to 63 transactions, although the pace of expansion slowed slightly compared with the 23% growth recorded in January.

Elsewhere, Paphos posted a 14% increase in sales, rising from 280 to 319 transactions. Growth in the district moderated compared with the 25% increase reported at the beginning of the year.

Nicosia recorded a more gradual increase of 5%, reaching 332 transactions from 315 a year earlier. Larnaca registered modest growth of 2%, with 341 properties sold compared with 335 in February 2025.

Year-to-Date Analysis

Across Cyprus, property sales during the first two months of 2026 increased by 11% compared with the same period in 2025. The strongest performance was recorded in the free Famagusta district and Paphos, where transactions rose by 22% and 19% respectively.

This performance follows a strong year for the property sector in 2025. A total of 18,114 sales documents were filed, the highest annual level since 2007 and a 15% increase compared with the 15,797 recorded in 2024. The latest data indicate that the Cypriot property market continues to attract both domestic and international buyers, with transaction activity remaining elevated across most districts.

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MENA Venture Capital Stable As International Investor Activity Shifts

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 10, 2026

A Data-Led Analysis Of Investor Behavior In A War-Affected Region

Venture capital activity in the Middle East and North Africa remained relatively stable one month after the escalation of regional conflict. Early data, however, indicate changes in investor behavior rather than immediate shifts in funding totals. Initial signals are visible in investor participation, capital allocation, and deal pipeline activity.

Venture Markets And The Lag In Response

Funding announcements reflect decisions made months earlier, meaning that today’s figures do not capture the full impact of current events. Investors typically adjust strategies gradually, signaling future shifts long before they are immediately visible in total funding numbers.

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International Capital As The Key Pressure Indicator

Participation of international investors remains a key indicator across the MENA venture market. Global capital has historically accounted for a significant share of funding in the region. Following global interest rate increases, international participation declined through 2023. This shift was reflected in lower cross-border deal activity, more cautious capital deployment, and longer fundraising timelines.

Implications For The Broader Startup Ecosystem

Changes in international investor activity affect multiple parts of the startup ecosystem. A recovery in participation was recorded in 2024 and continued into 2025, supporting funding activity and cross-border investment. If uncertainty persists, potential effects include slower investment decisions, reduced cross-border engagement, and extended fundraising cycles. International capital also plays a role in supporting larger funding rounds and access to global networks.

Next Steps For Stakeholders

International capital represents one of several factors shaping venture activity in the region. Its movement often precedes changes in late-stage funding, startup formation, and exit activity. Investors, policymakers, and ecosystem participants rely on data and scenario analysis to assess these trends and adjust strategies.

For A Deeper Insight

Further analysis on venture activity, capital flows, and geopolitical impact across the region is available in the full MAGNiTT report.

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