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Greece Looks Wealthier on Paper, but UBS Data Shows Pressure on Typical Households
UBS data places Greece in the global top 30 for average wealth per adult, but the median figure tells a more familiar story: property wealth has risen while many households remain short on cash.
Why Greece Has Empty Homes and Still Cannot House Its People
Greece has hundreds of thousands of closed homes, yet many people still cannot afford housing. A new KEFIM study explains why empty homes are not always available homes.
Beyond Tourism: Greece’s Quiet Manufacturing Rebound
Greek manufacturing output rose about 25 percent from 2019 to 2025, far ahead of the EU average. The rebound is real but uneven, and it complicates the usual story of Greece’s economy.
Destination Weddings Give Greece a Different Kind of Tourism Opportunity
A Focus Bari study estimates Greece’s destination wedding market could reach €2.43 billion annually, pointing to a higher-value tourism opportunity beyond the usual island postcards.
Renting Out a Home in Greece: What Greek Americans Should Know Before Listing It
A practical guide for Greek Americans renting property in Greece, covering long-term leases, short-term rentals, AADE declarations, taxes, fees, local rules, and U.S. filing issues.
Greece Breaks Ground on Armed Forces Drone Factory in Malakasa
Greece’s new Armed Forces drone factory in Malakasa reflects a broader push to build, adapt, and produce more defense technology at home.
Greece Joins Pax Silica, Linking AI Ambition to Kozani and Lavrio
Greece has joined the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, linking AI, energy, semiconductors, data centers, and secure technology supply chains to its wider strategic role.
Greece, Cyprus, Israel and the U.S. Give East Med Energy Cooperation a Base in Houston
A new Houston-based center brings Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and the U.S. together on East Med energy, infrastructure, and security.
Ryanair’s Thessaloniki Dispute Exposes a Bigger Weakness Than Airport Fees
Ryanair’s dispute with Fraport Greece over Thessaloniki Airport fees exposes a larger question about air connectivity, tourism, and Northern Greece’s regional strategy.
Cyprus Posts Strong Employment Numbers, but the Broader Labor Picture Remains Uneven
Cyprus reached an 81.3% employment rate in 2025, above both the EU average and its national target, but migrant labor and gender gaps complicate the picture.
Greece Moves Toward Balcony Solar, but the Fine Print Will Decide Who Can Use It
Greece is preparing rules for balcony solar panels, joining a European trend already growing in Germany, Austria, Belgium, Italy, and parts of the U.S.
A Real Alliance Means Greece Must Build, Not Just Buy
Greece’s enhanced strategic partnership with France is real. The harder question is whether Athens can build capability, not just buy French equipment.
