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Conflict in Middle East puts fresh pressure on economy
EconomyMacroeconomypct, when the EU relevant index was at 2.2 pct and 1.9 pct for the euro area. Due to structural... and the 2.3 pct growth estimate of the Greek authorities appears to be getting out of reach.... Israel visited Greece with estimated receipts of almost 420 million euros via 3.9 million overnight
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Q1 GDP contracts 0.4 pct QoQ and 1.3 pct YoY, broadly in line with estimates
EconomyMacroeconomyprevious estimate for a GDP contraction of 0.7 percent expected in early February. In specific, EC... 2015, the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) flash estimates displayed on Friday. The headline... is the highest negative reading since Q4 2014. ELSTAT said flash estimates are expected to be revised upon
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GDP rises by 0.2 pct QoQ in Q1, increases by 1.3 pct YoY
EconomyMacroeconomyprices increased by 2.1 percent from a rise of 2.2 percent in Q4, staying positive for nine... by 2.2 percent. Compared to Q1 2018, exports of goods decreased by 0.7 percent, and exports of services... meanwhile anticipates growth of 2.4 percent this year, followed by 2.2 percent in 2020 and 1.6 percent
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GDP rises by 0.8 pct QoQ in Q2, increases by 1.9 pct YoY
EconomyMacroeconomyto the same quarter in the previous year, GDP at current prices increased by 2.2 percent from a downward revised rise of 2.2 percent in Q1, remaining positive for ten consecutive quarters... percent this year, followed by 2.2 percent in 2020 and 1.6 percent in 2021. The European Commission’s
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Deadly collision throws spotlight on government’s migration policy
PoliticsGreek Politicsthe crossing from Libya, and for which the Greek Ombudsman recommended disciplinary charges against... insufficient compared to the needs of industry which estimates a requirement of closer to 200,000... those living and working legally in Greece, including an estimated 155,000 migrants on long-term
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Revised GDP data shows recession for 2016, higher growth in 2014
EconomyMacroeconomyAccording to the Hellenic Statistical Authority’s (ELSTAT) second estimate for the 2016 Annual... an initial estimate of 0.1 percent growth. ELSTAT also revised the national accounts for the years... compared to an initial growth estimate of 0.6 percent. Expenditure of households dropped by 0.1 percent
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Q1 GDP contracts 0.5 pct QoQ and 1.4 pct YoY, slightly worse than flash estimates
EconomyMacroeconomyof the flash estimate. All key GDP components fell QoQ. The most significant drops were seen... 2015, the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) provisional estimates showed on Monday. The headline figure is slightly worse than the 0.4 percent QoQ contraction in the flash estimates released
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PM briefs EU leaders on migration stance as Turkey tries to pin blame on Greece
PoliticsForeign Policythat Turkey has usually interpreted it. Libya There is a possibility of a ceasefire in Libya within the next.... But, according to government spokesman Steffen Seibert, Merkel told Haftar that the situation in Libya... that will take place in Libya's international waters aiming to preserve the UN arms embargo. The new
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Amid lack of communication, overflights add to Greek-Turkish tension
PoliticsForeign Policyon the sidelines of NATO Summit, in London in early December. Libya concerns Athens is also closely monitoring Turkey’s efforts to enhance and stabilise its presence in Libya, supporting the UN-recognised government in Tripoli. According to press reports, Turkey maintains five frigates closely to Libya
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Athens assessing lay of land as Cyprus talks approach and UK seeks new role
PoliticsForeign Policy-Cypriot sides have many issues to consider ahead of new Cyprus talks. Libya developments Greece... and the Prime Minister of Libya by the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum in Geneva. A statement released... and the Government of National Accord of Libya, in Tripoli. As a diplomat, Menfi served the regime
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