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Limassol Apartment Sells For €15.2 Million, Underscoring City’s Luxury Market Dominance

High-Value Transaction Sets Benchmark

A striking €15.2 million transaction for a three-floor apartment in Limassol has emerged as the standout deal in Cyprus for October 2025. This record-breaking sale not only highlights Limassol’s unrivaled position in the high-end real estate market but also reinforces its appeal among discerning buyers.

Market Dynamics And Regional Dominance

Analysis from Ask Wire, a leading data analytics firm at the intersection of real estate and technology, reveals that the top ten property deals in October totaled €87.6 million. Notably, eight of these high-value transactions took place in Limassol, collectively amassing nearly €77 million. The remaining two transactions occurred in the Ayia Napa area of the Famagusta district, contributing approximately €11 million to the monthly figures.

Spotlight On Potamos Germasogeia

The record-setting deal occurred in Potamos Germasogeia, a locale that has consistently attracted substantial investments. Ask Wire CEO Pavlos Loizou emphasized the sustained momentum in this area, noting that high-value property sales frequently surface in Potamos Germasogeia—a trend not commonly observed in other regions.

Diverse Transaction Portfolio

Beyond luxury apartments, residential properties comprised a significant share of October’s top deals. Specifically, four out of the ten transactions involved residential assets, including three apartments in Potamos Germasogeia and one house in Ayia Napa, together valued at €31.9 million. In addition, three field sales totaled €16.9 million, further diversifying the high-end market landscape.

Conclusive Insights

The comprehensive analysis, built on data from the Cyprus Department of Lands and Surveys and processed by Ask Wire, underscores Limassol’s exceptional role in driving high-ticket real estate transactions. As the city continues to attract premium property investments, its status as the epicenter for luxury real estate in Cyprus remains unequivocally secure.

Eurobank Approves €258.7M Dividend And €288M Share Buyback

Robust Dividend And Share Repurchase Initiatives

Eurobank S.A. shareholders approved a dividend distribution of €258.7 million at the annual general meeting held on April 28. The resolution was supported by approximately 77% of paid-up capital, representing more than 2.77 billion voting shares. The dividend will be paid from special reserves and remains subject to approval by the European Central Bank.

Strategic Share Buyback And Capital Optimization

In addition, shareholders approved a share buyback programme of up to €288 million over the next 12 months, pending regulatory clearance. The programme includes the cancellation of 28,097,019 own shares, which will reduce share capital by approximately €6.18 million. Following this adjustment, total share capital is set at €792,751,032.04, divided into around 3.6 billion ordinary voting shares with a nominal value of €0.22 each.

Enhanced Executive And Employee Incentives

Alongside capital measures, the meeting addressed remuneration. Shareholders approved an allocation of €35.2 million from special reserves for employee compensation. A five-year programme was also introduced to distribute shares to eligible executives and employees of Eurobank and affiliated entities. In parallel, a revised variable remuneration framework allows selected senior executives to receive up to 200% of fixed pay.

Governance And Audit Oversight Reforms

Changes were also made at the board level. Alexandra Reich was appointed as an independent non-executive director, replacing Jawaid Mirza. Following this appointment, eight of the thirteen board members are classified as independent. Amendments to the articles of association introduce flexibility in board terms and allow partial renewals.

Strengthening Audit And Sustainability Commitments

On the audit side, KPMG Certified Auditors S.A. was appointed as the statutory auditor for 2026. The fee is set at €1.8 million for statutory audits of separate and consolidated financial statements, with an additional €0.3 million allocated for assurance of the sustainability statement. The meeting also approved the 2025 remuneration report and confirmed committee fee arrangements, alongside updates on audit committee activity and independent director reporting.

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