A package of 25 measures targets vulnerable households and small businesses, focusing on energy efficiency, social housing and cleaner transport, with implementation set to begin in 2026

Over 7 million Greek property owners will receive the 2026 ENFIA tax bills this week, with most seeing no change, while low-income families, large households, and insured homes benefit from discounts, and new property owners face higher charges

A new national system will distribute €400 million in food vouchers directly to households, giving recipients freedom to choose essentials while excluding alcohol, tobacco, and gambling, with eligibility linked to ongoing financial need

Under European Union standards, the ability to afford one week of annual holiday is not considered a luxury but a recognized indicator of material and social deprivation.

Greek consumers face significant price hikes for lamb, beef, sausages, and poultry this Tsiknopempti, with some costs rising over 30% compared to last year, making the traditional grilling celebration notably more expensive

Half of Greek consumers (53%) plan to celebrate at home with family or friends, a tendency strongest among older age groups.

By 2025, total wealth had risen by more than 200 billion euros, driven by asset appreciation and, to some extent, new wealth creation, with financial assets increasing their share to 33% of the total.

Despite strong macroeconomic figures, Greek households are under mounting pressure, cutting back on essentials and showing greater insecurity and caution compared to last year

Many Greeks don’t expect to save or make major purchases in the next year, and some plan to dip into deposits.

In total, Greek food exports make up around 31% of the country’s export basket to the U.S., with table olives alone representing €212 million of that value

Trend is attributed to a rise in disposable income for individuals, which in turn is associated with a drop in unemployment and a steady uptick in wages

A risk of poverty, not actual poverty, threatens 18.7% of the population in 2023, an increase from 17.4 % the previous year

The highest average annual expenditure was recorded in the Attica region, amounting to 23,325.96 euros, while the lowest was in Central Greece, at 14,052.24 euros.

The VAT increase from 13% to 24% on served non-alcoholic beverages, effective July 1, has further deterred customers, according to business owners.

This trend largely comes as a result of decreased disposable income due to inflation, particularly higher costs for tickets (50%) and accommodation (48%).

This downward trend in earnings for households with children could be contributing to the country's declining population.