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Record Expansion: Cyprus Job Vacancies Surge in Q2 2025

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

September 16, 2025

Cyprus has witnessed a significant upswing in job vacancies during the second quarter of 2025, with increases of 16.5% year-on-year and 18.7% compared to the first quarter of the year. The Statistical Service (Cystat) reports that the total number of vacancies reached 16,053, marking a substantial growth both from the previous quarter and the corresponding period in 2024.

Overview of the Employment Landscape

The job vacancy rate for Q2 2025 climbed to 3.3%, up from 2.9% in Q1 and rising from 3% in the same quarter last year. This surge reflects robust employment demand across multiple sectors and suggests an improving economic climate within the country.

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Sector-Specific Dynamics

The highest vacancy rates were recorded in accommodation and food service activities at 6.6%, closely followed by arts, entertainment and recreation at 4.7%, and administrative and support service activities at 4%. These figures suggest that sectors heavily reliant on consumer engagement and service delivery are currently at the forefront of this expansion.

Rapid Growth in Select Economic Activities

Some sectors demonstrated extraordinary gains. Public administration and defence vacancies soared by an astonishing 489.5%, while real estate activities surged by 408.3%. Additionally, the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector experienced a 60.8% increase, underscoring a broad-based momentum that transcends traditional industry boundaries. Administrative and support services and the information and communication sectors also recorded healthy increases of 37.6% and 23.7%, respectively.

Areas of Contraction

Not all sectors shared in this positive trend. Job vacancies in human health and social work activities declined by 16.1%, education fell by 8.3%, and financial and insurance activities experienced a 7.8% downturn. These declines present a contrasting picture, suggesting that while some sectors thrive, others may be facing unique challenges that could impede their recovery.

The overall employment data for Cyprus in Q2 2025 provides essential insights for policymakers and business leaders alike. The varying dynamics across sectors illustrate the need for targeted strategies to support industries lagging behind and capitalize on the momentum in rapidly expanding areas.

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EU Moderates Emissions While Sustaining Economic Momentum

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 15, 2025

The European Union witnessed a modest decline in greenhouse gas emissions in the second quarter of 2025, as reported by Eurostat. Emissions across the EU registered at 772 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalents, marking a 0.4 percent reduction from 775 million tonnes in the same period of 2024. Concurrently, the EU’s gross domestic product rose by 1.3 percent, reinforcing the ongoing decoupling between economic growth and environmental impact.

Sector-By-Sector Performance

Within the broader statistics on emissions by economic activity, the energy sector—specifically electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply—experienced the most significant drop, declining by 2.9 percent. In comparison, the manufacturing sector and transportation and storage both achieved a 0.4 percent reduction. However, household emissions bucked the trend, increasing by 1.0 percent over the same period.

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National Highlights And Notable Exceptions

Among EU member states, 12 reported a reduction in emissions, while 14 saw increases, and Estonia’s figures remained static. Notably, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Finland recorded the most pronounced declines at 8.6 percent, 5.9 percent, and 4.2 percent respectively. Of the 12 countries reducing emissions, three—Finland, Germany, and Luxembourg—also experienced a contraction in GDP growth.

Dual Achievement: Environmental And Economic Goals

In an encouraging development, nine member states, including Cyprus, managed to lower their emissions while maintaining economic expansion. This dual achievement—reducing environmental impact while fostering economic activity—is a trend that has increasingly influenced EU climate policies. Other nations that successfully balanced these outcomes include Austria, Denmark, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, and Sweden.

Conclusion

As the EU continues to navigate its climate commitments, these quarterly insights underscore a gradual yet significant shift toward balancing emissions reductions with robust economic growth. The evolving landscape highlights the critical need for sustainable strategies that not only mitigate environmental risks but also invigorate economic resilience.