OPAP Cyprus Rebrands As Allwyn To Cement Global Connections

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 18, 2025

Strategic Rebranding for a New Era

OPAP Cyprus has announced a major rebranding initiative, set to take effect in January 2026, as the company transitions to operate under the Allwyn name. This strategic move is designed to bolster its market presence, enrich customer engagement, and align more closely with its international parent group.

Unveiling the Transformation

During a recent event, company executives and retail network partners were introduced to the new commercial identity. CEO Alexandros Davos, alongside senior leadership, outlined the comprehensive strategy behind the transformation. Emphasizing the substantial market footprint OPAP Cyprus has cultivated, Davos noted that the rebranding to Allwyn represents a forward-looking commitment to innovation, expansion, and the integration of global best practices.

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Driving Growth and Enhancing Customer Experience

The decision to rebrand was the result of an in-depth analysis of market trends, particularly the need to better connect with younger customer demographics. By leveraging the modern and internationally recognized Allwyn brand image, the company aims to refresh its market presence in Cyprus while preserving its deep roots in the local community. Key initiatives will include store upgrades and enhanced interactive experiences, ensuring that the transition is both progressive and customer-centric.

Continued Commitment to Core Values and Community

Despite the change in branding, the identity of flagship games such as Tzoker, Lotto, and Kino will remain intact, assuring customers of the continuity they have come to trust. In addition, OPAP Cyprus reaffirms its dedication to responsible gaming and comprehensive player protection measures.

Preserving Social Impact

The company will maintain its significant social footprint in Cyprus, with ongoing initiatives in health, sport, education, culture, and support for vulnerable groups. Furthermore, the rebranding will benefit from Allwyn’s prominent international partnerships, including high-profile sponsorships in Formula 1 and collaborations with the McLaren team.

Expanding Global Horizons

The rebranding comes on the heels of a landmark merger between Allwyn and OPAP, announced in October 2025, which created a global gaming group valued at €16 billion. This merger synergized OPAP’s strong market presence in Greece and Cyprus with Allwyn’s expanding international portfolio, positioning the group as one of the world’s leading operators in lottery and gaming across Europe, North America, and beyond.

Looking Forward

The rebranding to Allwyn signals a deliberate step towards embracing global opportunities while building on the storied legacy of OPAP Cyprus. By integrating international insights and local expertise, the company is poised to deliver enhanced growth, innovation, and a dynamic entertainment experience to its customers.

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Bank of Cyprus Upgrade Signals Fresh Optimism For Greek And Cypriot Banks

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 26, 2026

Regional Banks Enter A More Favorable Cycle

Bank of Cyprus and Eurobank are well positioned to benefit from a renewed re-rating of Greek and Cypriot bank stocks, according to Cyprus-based investment firm Roemer Capital, which upgraded Bank of Cyprus to a buy rating and reaffirmed its positive view on Eurobank.

The firm cited easing geopolitical tensions, resilient economic growth in Greece and Cyprus, lower funding costs and Greece’s expected transition to developed-market status as the main factors supporting the sector.

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Roemer Capital also lowered its cost of equity assumptions, updated its forecasts following first-quarter 2026 results and extended its valuation horizon to the end of 2027, raising target prices across its banking coverage.

Bank Of Cyprus Gets The Largest Upgrade

Bank of Cyprus received the biggest revision, with Roemer Capital upgrading the stock from hold to buy and setting a target price of €11.10, implying potential total upside of 27%.

The firm highlighted the bank’s strong capital generation, profitability and projected 100% dividend payout, describing it as the strongest capital-return story among the banks under coverage. Roemer Capital maintained its buy rating on Eurobank, assigning a target price of €4.90 and forecasting potential upside of 28%. The report said the bank is well placed to benefit from loan growth, improving operating performance and merger-and-acquisition synergies.

National Bank of Greece and Piraeus Bank also retained buy ratings, with expected returns ranging from 25% to 36%. Optima Bank was upgraded to buy, while Alpha Bank remained at hold on valuation grounds.

Why Growth Still Sets The Region Apart

According to Roemer Capital, Greek and Cypriot banks continue to benefit from stronger economic fundamentals than many western European peers. The report pointed to faster economic growth, healthier balance sheets, low levels of non-performing exposures, capital ratios approaching 20% and strong customer deposit bases.

Analysts expect performing loans across the sector to grow at a compound annual rate of 6% to 8% through 2028, supported by private investment, digitalisation, green manufacturing, supply-chain expansion and a gradual recovery in household lending.

The report also said the conclusion of lending under the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility is unlikely to materially affect credit growth, as banks have already shifted back towards traditional commercial lending. Roemer Capital expects Euribor to remain between 2.2% and 2.5%, a level it believes should support both lending activity and net interest margins.

Geopolitics, Valuation And Market Structure Support The Case

The report said improving geopolitical conditions have strengthened the investment outlook, noting that Brent crude prices have largely returned to pre-war levels while Greek government bond yields have stabilised at around 3.5%. Although geopolitical risks remain, Roemer Capital believes the likelihood of a major inflationary shock or significant pressure on bank profitability has eased.

Another important catalyst identified by the firm is Greece’s expected promotion to developed-market status by FTSE Russell, STOXX and MSCI over the coming months.

According to the report, the reclassification should improve liquidity and attract a broader base of international investors. Roemer Capital also said Euronext’s acquisition of the Athens Exchange is expected to strengthen market infrastructure and increase international visibility, particularly for Bank of Cyprus and Optima Bank.

The firm noted that Bank of Cyprus has already benefited from its Athens listing, with average daily trading value increasing from less than €400,000 before its September 2024 move to nearly €6 million afterwards.

Economic Momentum Remains A Core Tailwind

Roemer Capital said both Greece and Cyprus have moved beyond post-crisis recovery and are now supported by private-sector-led growth. For Cyprus, the report highlighted recent tax reform and efforts to simplify the legal and regulatory framework, while also noting that limited foreign banking competition continues to support domestic lenders.

Overall, Roemer Capital expects Greek and Cypriot banks to remain well-positioned for profitable loan growth over the coming years.

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