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Robust Growth In Cyprus Road Freight Highlights Economic Momentum For 2025

New data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus reveals a robust upward trend in the nation’s road freight sector, signaling stronger economic momentum as the first three quarters of 2025 outperform the same period in 2024.

Domestic Freight Sees Steady Gains

Between January and September 2025, the total weight of goods moved domestically increased by 0.7%. This modest yet positive rise underscores a recovery and gradual expansion within the local transport network.

Cross-Border Transport Accelerates

More notably, cross-border road freight experienced a significant surge of 8.7%, reflecting heightened economic activity and growing demand. Experts attribute this surge to increased trade volumes and a reinvigorated logistics sector.

Quarterly Insights: Third Quarter Performance

During the third quarter of 2025, comparative analysis shows a 1.4% rise in domestic freight operations, while cross-border movements skyrocketed by 16.4% compared to the equivalent period in 2024. These figures highlight a dynamic shift in transport patterns and a robust confidence in the logistical infrastructure.

Economic Implications

The accelerated growth in cross-border road transport is not only indicative of increased commerce but also reinforces the critical role of efficient logistics and transportation networks in bolstering a country’s economic framework. Stakeholders view this performance as a positive indicator for future economic prospects in the region.

Cyprus Construction Price Index Rises Amid Cost Pressures

The latest data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) shows that the Price Index of Construction Materials in Cyprus reached 118.89 points in January 2026, based on a 2021 average of 100. Compared with December 2025, the index increased by 0.12%, indicating gradual price adjustments across the sector.

Year-Over-Year Growth

On an annual basis, the index recorded a 1.09% increase compared with January of the previous year. The rise reflects ongoing changes in contractor costs and highlights evolving market conditions within the construction industry.

Commodity-Specific Movements

The report provides a detailed breakdown by material category. Minerals recorded the strongest annual increase at 2.91%, followed by electromechanical products at 2.55%. Products made from wood, insulation materials, chemicals and plastics rose by 1.19%, while mineral products increased by 0.97%. In contrast, metallic products declined by 0.49%.

Volatility In Sub-Categories

More pronounced changes were observed within specific sub-categories. Mineral aggregates rose by 8.34%, while stones increased by 4.97% compared with January 2025. Electrical fixtures posted a 4.65% increase. Iron and steel products declined by 1.73%, and ceramics and cement continued to trend lower, falling by 1.47% and 1.38% respectively.

Methodological Insights

The index is calculated as a weighted average based on the expenditure share of sampled materials during the 2021 base year. Prices are collected monthly from a range of suppliers, using the 15th of each month as the reference date and excluding VAT. The Construction Costs Index applies specifically to new residential buildings.

This detailed analysis not only sheds light on current market trends but also offers stakeholders a robust framework for understanding the underlying cost dynamics in Cyprus’s construction materials market.

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