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Revolutionary Tax Reform Sets the Stage for Economic Resilience

In a landmark decision, the Parliament has approved a comprehensive tax reform designed to forge a fairer, more modern, and competitive fiscal system. In a televised address, Nikos Christodoulidis announced that the transformation will substantially reduce the tax burden and enhance disposable income for citizens.

Clear Government Strategy and Vision

The Head of State underscored that, from day one in office, the administration has pursued a meticulously crafted plan with explicit priorities and a robust ideological framework rooted in social liberalism. This strategic focus aims to build a state that is not only economically potent, but also socially responsive and resilient.

Modernization Through Structural Reforms

The President emphasized that a central tenet of the new government is the modernization of a system rooted in the 1960s. By implementing bold structural reforms, the initiative targets long-standing inefficiencies, enhances transparency, and rebuilds the bond of trust between the state and its citizens.

Boosting Disposable Income and Competitiveness

The tax reform emerges as a pivotal milestone for the nation’s future. Key elements include setting an untaxed income threshold at €22,000 and introducing additional deductions tailored to household composition—up to an extra €10,000 for families with two children. Moreover, the policy reduces the dividend tax from 17% to 5%, creating an attractive fiscal environment for business investments and supporting enterprises across the country.

Balancing Social Justice With Economic Competitiveness

This reform not only supports families and strengthens the middle class, but it also enhances the daily lives of citizens by realigning the balance between social justice and economic competitiveness. By easing the tax load and increasing available income, the government is poised to drive growth and investment across multiple sectors.

Conclusion: A Promising Future for Citizens

With reliability, institutional gravitas, and targeted reforms, the government is effecting changes that promise to benefit households, families, the middle class, and businesses alike. The new tax framework represents a forward-thinking vision for a modern, equitable economy.

Cyprus Residential Market Surpasses €2.5 Billion In 2025 With Apartments Leading the Way

Market Overview

In 2025, Cyprus’ newly built residential property market achieved a remarkable milestone, exceeding €2.5 billion. Data from Landbank Analytics indicates robust activity countrywide, with newly filed contracts reaching 7,819, including off-plan developments. This solid performance underscores the market’s resilience and dynamism across all districts.

Transaction Breakdown

The apartment sector clearly dominated the market, constituting 81.6% of transactions with 6,382 deals valued at €1.77 billion. In contrast, house sales represented a smaller segment, encompassing 1,437 transactions and generating €737.9 million. The record-high transaction was noted in Limassol, where an apartment sold for approximately €15.2 million, while the priciest house fetched roughly €6.2 million.

Regional Analysis

Nicosia: The capital recorded steady domestic demand with 2,171 new residential transactions. Apartments accounted for 1,836 deals generating €349.6 million, compared to 335 house transactions worth €105.5 million, anchoring Nicosia as a core market with average values of €190,000 for apartments and €315,000 for houses.

Limassol: As the island’s principal investment center, Limassol led overall activity with 2,207 transactions. Apartments dominated with 1,936 sales generating €824.1 million, while 271 house transactions added €157.9 million. The district enjoyed premium pricing, with apartments averaging over €425,000 and houses around €583,000.

Larnaca: This district maintained robust activity with a total of 2,020 transactions. The apartment segment realized 1,770 transactions worth €353 million, and houses contributed 250 deals valued at €96.3 million. Average prices hovered near €200,000 for apartments and €385,000 for houses, positioning Larnaca within the mid-market bracket.

Paphos: With a more balanced mix, Paphos completed 1,078 transactions. Ranking second in overall value at €503.2 million, the district saw house sales generate €287.8 million and apartments €215.4 million. Consequently, Paphos achieved the highest average house price at approximately €710,000 and an apartment average of €320,000, emphasizing its premium housing profile.

Famagusta: Distinguished by lower transaction volumes, Famagusta was the sole district where house sales outnumbered apartment deals. Out of 343 transactions, 176 involved houses (yielding €90.4 million) and 167 were apartments (at €32.4 million). The segment’s average prices were about €194,000 for apartments and over €513,000 for houses, signaling its focus on holiday residences and coastal developments.

Sector Insights and Forward View

Commenting on the report, Landbank Group CEO Andreas Christophorides remarked that the analysis demonstrates an ecosystem where apartments are the cornerstone of the real estate market. He emphasized, “The apartment sector is not merely a trend; it is the engine powering the country’s real estate market.” Christophorides also highlighted the diverse regional dynamics: Limassol leads in apartment pricing, Paphos commands premium house prices, Nicosia remains pivotal to domestic demand, Larnaca sustains competitive activity, and Famagusta caters to holiday home buyers.

In a market characterized by these varied profiles, informed monitoring of regional and sector-specific dynamics is crucial for investors aiming to make targeted and strategic decisions.

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