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Most Greeks negative about spending power in 2018

A Christmas survey by Deloitte Greece has found that Greek consumers appear to be the most pessimistic in Europe.

ECB survey shows enduring preference for cash payments in Greece

A survey by the European Central Bank (ECB) looking into the purchasing habits of Europeans has found that cash is still the preferred method of payment for most Greeks despite efforts to encourage card and electronic payments.

Greek households switch to natural gas in record numbers as winter approaches

By: Georgia Nakou

Record numbers of households and small businesses in Greek cities are switching from oil to natural gas for heating this winter.

Trust in Greek banking system shaky, survey suggests

Trust in the Greek banking system has been badly damaged by events of recent years according to a survey by Alvarez & Marsal on behalf of the Bank of Greece.

Mandatory e-payments come into force as Greece seeks to boost card use further

Electronic payment options have become mandatory for a wider range of businesses and professions as a move to combat tax evasion and boost VAT revenues.