Reduced risk, strong growth and still-attractive valuations are keeping Greece firmly on investors’ radar, with 2026 shaping up as another pivotal year for mergers and acquisitions despite persistent exit challenges

From offshore gas exploration to long-term U.S. LNG deals, 2026 marks a turning point as Greece begins to see results from major energy agreements signed over the past two years

97% of Greek citizens stated that corruption is very widespread in the country—a higher percentage than in other EU member states

From prehistoric treasures and modern icons to bold contemporary commissions, Greece’s leading museums and institutions unveil a season of landmark exhibitions that connect ancient history with contemporary art

A healthy baby boy born just after midnight in Heraklion marked Greece’s first birth of the new year

Strong growth forecasts for 2026 hinge on investment delivery, inflation control and the final stretch of EU recovery funds, raising concerns over whether ambitious targets can translate into lasting gains for incomes and productivity

The annual countdown and New Year’s celebration in Athens was joined by similar events at the port of Piraeus and at the Pedion tou Areos park in central Athens

Banks warn that nearly €800 million may go unspent as two flagship housing programs -one for first-time buyers and another for home renovations- struggle with supply shortages and weak uptake

A 10-ton, 100-metre-long traditional cake was presented at a public celebration, created by dozens of local bakeries and shared with thousands of visitors

Protesters ease travel disruptions over the New Year holiday while awaiting a nationwide meeting that will determine the next phase of their mobilizations

Greece rings in the New Year under a brief but intense winter outbreak, with sharp temperature drops, strong northerly winds and local snowfall, followed by a rapid warm-up and unsettled weekend weather across many regions

Nearly €9 million was credited to eligible renters, while thousands are still pending payment due to missing bank details, with the next transfer scheduled for mid-January

Stores across Greece will operate on a festive schedule on December 31, with specific closing times for retail shops and major supermarket chains ahead of New Year closures

Greece’s power transmission operator faces urgent funding decisions as it advances €7.5 billion in domestic and international grid projects, with global investors circling and the government under pressure to act by mid-January

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) will suspend access to multiple digital platforms for declarations and payments from December 31, reopening most on January 2, while some services will be available on January 1

Vehicle owners must pay circulation fees by December 31 or face escalating fines, including a potential doubling of the tax from March for late payments

Starting January 15, 2026, IRIS users will benefit from higher daily and monthly transaction limits, making peer-to-peer and professional payments faster, more flexible, and a practical alternative to traditional banking

TΟ ΒΗΜΑ International Edition presents its 11th episode “The Ambassadors Series.” This time, we sat down and talked to the Slovenian Ambassador to Greece, Tamara Weingerl Požar. Ms. Weingerl Požar outlines her country’s priorities in a constantly shifting and volatile geopolitical landscape. The top Slovenian diplomat informs us about the close relationship between the two […]

A sharp rise in seasonal viral infections during the Christmas period led to overcrowding at pediatric hospitals, with health workers warning that the peak of flu and RSV cases is still ahead

Interior Minister Michalis Chrisochoidis warns of legal measures as farmers plan nationwide protests, urging dialogue while emphasizing road safety and law enforcement authority