Economy
Retail sales growth of 6.1 pct YoY in March spurred by fuel as war takes toll
The growth of Greece’s retail sales slightly moderated with a rise of 6.1 percent year-on-year (YoY) in March, after an increase of 6.9 percent in the previous month, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data released on Friday showed.
Unemployment heads north, hovering at 10 pct over last two months
Greece’s seasonally adjusted (SA) unemployment rate edged down to 9.5 percent in April, from a significantly upwards revised 10.5 percent in the previous month, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data showed on Friday.
Building activity continues strong start to 2026 with 5.4 pct YoY rise in Feb
Building activity growth slowed in February, with a rise of 5.4 percent year-on-year, after an increase of 15.4 percent YoY seen in January, according to the data released by the Hellenic Statistical Agency (ELSTAT) on Thursday.
Economic sentiment and consumer confidence recover some ground in May
Greece’s economic sentiment (ESI) improved in May, with the index at 107.5 points, from 105.8 in the previous month, according to European Commission figures released on Thursday.
Brussels flags downside risks for Greece as conflict‑driven inflation surges
The European Commission published last week its latest spring economic forecasts, becoming the latest institution to confirm that the unresolved Iran conflict will be a key factor shaping this year’s economic outcomes.
Strong Q1 for tourism as receipts rise by 64 pct YoY
Greece's travel balance recorded a surplus of 409.6 million euros in March, compared to 284.8 million euros in February, according to data released by the Bank of Greece (BoG) on Monday.
Timing factors and contained spending keep primary balance 2.89 bln above target in April
The budget primary balance was confirmed at a surplus of 5.19 billion euros for April2026, compared to a surplus of 1.85 billion euros a year earlier, according to the final Finance Ministry (MoF) budget execution data released on Monday.
Current account deficit at 2.34 bln in Mar, up to 6.96 bln in Q1
Greece’s current account recorded a deficit of 2.34 billion euros in March, Bank of Greece (BoG) data released on Friday showed.
EC forecasts slower growth, higher inflation as energy shock strikes
The European Commission released on Thursday its latest spring forecasts, projecting that Greece’s economic growth will slow gradually over the next three years as higher energy prices weigh on household incomes and consumer spending.
Refined oil products propel 27.4 pct YoY rise in March industrial turnover
Greece’s industrial turnover recorded a sharp rise of 27.4 percent year-on-year (YoY) in March, from a drop of 4.8 percent in February, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) on Wednesday.