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Political fallout follows Thessaloniki attack as new poll shows ND well short of majority
The deadly arson attack on the homes of New Democracy officials in Thessaloniki, which claimed the life of Vagia Nestora, the mother of a local conservative candidate, has become a defining moment in an already unsettled political season.
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Lethal firebomb attack on homes of ND officials cuts through pre-election season
The death of a New Democracy candidate’s mother as the result of an apparent arson spree targeting the homes of party officials in the northern city of Thessaloniki has interrupted pre-election campaigning, drawing unified condemnation from across the political spectrum and anger from the PM’s office.
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Jobs in tourism push May hiring balance upwards
Greece’s employment balance in May had 132,730 more hires than departures, according to data from the Labour Ministry’s ERGANI information system.
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PBO sees resilience in economy, revises growth outlook slightly down
In its latest quarterly report, the Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) argues that the Greek economy is currently navigating a complex global landscape, showing remarkable resilience despite geopolitical tensions.
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Unemployment slides to 8.1% in May as male and youth rates improve
Greece’s seasonally adjusted (SA) unemployment rate edged down to 8.1 percent in May, from a downward revised 9.1 percent in the previous month, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data showed on Wednesday.
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Trust levels fall again as public perceptions trail economic progress
Trust in public institutions in Greece has continued to weaken, despite notable improvements in economic performance, administrative modernisation and public integrity frameworks.
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New Democracy sees silver lining in polls as ELAS consolidates second place
The reverberations from the launch of ex-PM Alexis Tsipras’s new party ELAS continue to be felt across the political landscape. While New Democracy retains a strong lead, it will need to mobilise apathetic or undecided supporters to approach an absolute majority.
Mitsotakis appeals to "silent majority" as Tsipras puts squeeze on PASOK and SYRIZA
Modest hopes for Greek–Turkish diplomacy ahead of Ankara NATO Summit
Economy
Manufacturing PMI improves slightly in June, cost and export challenges persist
Greece’s manufacturing PMI rose to 53.8 points in June, from 53.3 points in the previous month, S&P Global data showed on Wednesday.
Energy continues to drive rise in producer prices as May sees 13.5% YoY increase
Retail sales growth slows to 4% YoY in Apr, volumes drop as fuel consumption decreases
Society
Multiple facets of inequality in Greece: a decade of divergence between data and daily life
Inequality in Greece between 2015 and 2025 presents a paradox that challenges conventional economic interpretation. On paper, the country appears to have made progress: the Gini index, the most widely used measure of income distribution, has gradually declined from its crisis-era highs.
Greeks on AI: Interest, anxiety and a desire to "remain human"
EBRD reports highlights demographic headwinds Greece has to navigate
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Podcast - Brain Drain or Brain Regain? Understanding Greece’s Talent Flows
Greece says it is entering a new era of “brain regain”. Government programmes like Rebrain Greece are touring European capitals, employers are hiring, and the economy is finally growing again. But is the tide really turning?
The "King of the North" seeking to heal a fractured kingdom
How inflation has reshaped Greek household spending