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Mitsotakis and Tsipras try to define electoral battlefield as debt legislation row rumbles on
Over the past few days, two developments have illustrated both the sharpening of political competition and the issues likely to dominate the road to the 2027 elections.
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NBG profits to Sep approach 1 bln as net interest income rises 5%
National Bank of Greece (NBG) reported a profit after tax of 996 million euros in 9M, compared to a profit of 979 million euros in 2025, a marginal rise of 2 percent year-on-year (YoY).
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Greek politicians draw lessons from US midterm reversal as GSI cable resumption nears
The Democrats' capture of both chambers of the US Congress in Tuesday's midterms has given Greek opposition parties a ready-made domestic message, and the government some hope of a firmer line on Turkey on Capitol Hill.
Mitsotakis takes on three rivals as ND shifts to election footing
PM ramps up election prep as opposition doubles down on private debt controversy
Economy
Strong economic indicators continue, but household pressures persist
The complex landscape the Greek government has to contend with was highlighted by economic developments last week, as positive events were repeatedly overshadowed by the pressure points affecting households and businesses.
Manufacturing remains in expansion despite October slowdown
Piraeus Bank reports solid profits of 890 mln in 9M
Society
OECD warns young Greeks face deep structural barriers to work, family and housing
The latest OECD report on the challenges faced by young people in Greece captures the complex landscape they must navigate and the hurdles they encounter in their efforts to achieve financial independence, find stable employment, start a family and secure housing.
EU report shows Greece entering new era of extreme ageing and population decline
Trust levels fall again as public perceptions trail economic progress
Agora
Gone girl, vanishing statecraft
The direction in which Kimberley Guilfoyle’s ambassadorship to Greece would go was clear from the moment last autumn when she stepped off the private jet of a Greek‑American businessman to take up her position in Athens.