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Deposit And Lending Rates Decline In Cyprus: November Report Highlights

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 8, 2025

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has released its latest statistics for November, showing a general decline in both deposit and lending rates, with the notable exception of large corporate loans exceeding €1 million. The report also highlights a surge in new loan activity across various categories, indicating a dynamic shift in the financial landscape of Cyprus.

Deposit Rates See Moderate Declines

Interest rates on deposits for both households and non-financial corporations recorded slight decreases in November:

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Households: The interest rate for deposits with a maturity of up to one year fell to 1.70%, compared to 1.76% in October.
Non-Financial Corporations: Corporate deposit rates also declined, dropping to 1.99%, down from 2.19% in the previous month.

Lending Rates: A Mixed Picture

While most lending rates decreased in November, large corporate loans above €1 million experienced a rise:

Consumer Loans: Rates dropped significantly to 6.99%, a notable decline from 8% in October.
House Purchase Loans: The interest rate for home loans decreased to 4.50%, compared to 4.62% in the previous month.
Corporate Loans:
- Loans to non-financial corporations for amounts up to €1 million saw a decline to 5.01%, down from 5.45% in October.
- In contrast, loans exceeding €1 million recorded an increase in rates to 4.97%, up from 4.72%.

New Loan Activity Surges

November saw a significant rise in the total volume of new loans, which increased to €635.7 million, compared to €533.8 million in October.

Consumer Loans:
New consumer loans rose to €25.3 million, of which €22.3 million were classified as pure new loans. This marks an increase from €21.3 million (including €20.2 million pure loans) in October.
House Purchase Loans:
Home loans increased to €129.5 million, with €98.5 million in pure new loans, compared to €115.7 million and €96.1 million, respectively, in October.
Corporate Loans:
- Loans for amounts up to €1 million rose to €73.5 million, including €57.8 million in pure new loans, up from €57.3 million and €41.8 million, respectively, in October.
- Loans exceeding €1 million also grew significantly to €398.2 million, although pure new loans in this category decreased to €154.5 million, down from €201.8 million in October.

Implications For Cyprus’ Financial Sector

The combination of falling interest rates and increased loan activity reflects evolving financial trends in Cyprus. The lower borrowing costs appear to be encouraging higher loan uptake across sectors, particularly in consumer and housing markets. However, the increase in rates for large corporate loans suggests a nuanced approach by financial institutions in addressing varying market needs.

As businesses and households continue to adapt to changing economic conditions, these trends will be crucial in shaping the trajectory of Cyprus’ financial landscape heading into 2025.

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Elevating Infant Nutrition: Nara Organics Unveils Premium Organic Formula

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 30, 2025

The Origins Of A Vision

When Esther Hallam welcomed her daughter Nara into the world, she immediately confronted a formidable challenge: identifying a trustworthy, high-quality organic infant formula. In a U.S. market dominated by cost-cutting practices—such as the use of skim milk supplemented with oils to meet nutritional standards—Hallam observed a disconnect between established availability and uncompromised quality. Research linking corn syrup to obesity and palm oil to reduced calcium absorption only reinforced her resolve to seek a safer alternative.

Redefining Industry Standards

Frustrated by the limitations of existing options, Hallam devoted seven years to developing an organic, whole-milk formula with the expertise of leading scientists and pediatric nutritionists. Nara Organics distinguishes itself by offering the highest percentage of milk fat of any formula on the U.S. market and a significantly reduced reliance on plant-based oils. The carefully selected blend of organic sunflower, coconut, and rapeseed oils not only meets nutritional needs but also minimizes potential health risks inherent to additives like palm oil, soy, and corn syrup.

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Manufacturing Excellence In Germany

Rather than manufacturing domestically—a decision influenced by previous concerns over Cronobacter contamination in American facilities—Nara Organics leverages the advanced, oxygen-controlled production environment of a German facility, widely regarded as the birthplace of powdered infant formula. Chief Marketing Officer Meika Hollender detailed that their unique manufacturing process, which minimizes oxygen exposure during can sealing, substantially extends shelf life and preserves formula integrity, setting a new standard in infant nutrition.

Strategic Investment And Market Impact

Backed by $32 million from prominent investors including AlleyCorp, BBG Ventures, Corazon Ventures, Gingerbread Capital, and Torch Capital, Nara Organics has also garnered support from high-profile celebrity investors such as Serena Williams, Gina Rodriguez, and Nicky Hilton. This robust investment positions the company at the vanguard of an organic infant formula market projected to grow from $20.7 billion in 2023 to $37 billion by 2032.

Enhancing Consumer Accessibility And Community Commitment

Nara Organics is available for purchase directly via its website, subscription models, and a dedicated mobile app that assists parents in tracking essential aspects of infant care. To underscore its commitment to community well-being, the company is donating over 1,400 cans of formula to the Good+ Foundation, which strives to alleviate multi-generational poverty by providing essential services to under-resourced families.

By merging state-of-the-art production with a commitment to organic, high-quality ingredients, Nara Organics is poised to redefine the benchmarks of infant nutrition in a competitive, evolving market.