Treasury Secretary Says U.S. Economy To Slow Amid Iran Tensions

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 16, 2026

Economy In Transition

Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, said the economy is expected to slow this quarter amid tensions linked to Iran. He added that overall conditions remain stable with expectations of a rebound. Speaking on CNBC, Bessent pointed to microeconomic data indicating continued underlying strength despite near-term pressures.

Retail Gasoline Sales Under Scrutiny

Bessent said the Treasury Department is monitoring retail gasoline pricing, focusing on transparency as prices rise and adjust downward. Oversight is intended to ensure consistent pricing behavior across the market. The approach reflects efforts to maintain consumer confidence and market stability.

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A Steady Outlook Amid Fluctuating Prices

Bessent said recent oil price movements are not significantly affecting inflation expectations. Current fluctuations in fuel costs are being assessed within broader macroeconomic conditions. Comments suggest a limited short-term impact on the inflation outlook.

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Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 17, 2026

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

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Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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