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ECONOMY
Industry
Production decreased by 0.6% in March
The overall industrial production index decreased by 0.6% in March 2024 compared to March 2023, according to a report released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority.
Kostas Skrekas
Households save up to 15% through e-katanalotis
According to Development Minister Kostas Skrekas, users of the e-katanalotis application can save anywhere from 10% to 15% on their purchases by comparing prices.
Greek Exporters Association
The crisis in the Middle East is a "burden" for four out of ten Greek businesses
As a result of events in the Middle East, four out of ten Greek exporters anticipate a negative impact on their export activity, and a sizable portion of them believe that the impact will be extensive.
Ministry of Finance
E-auctions for over 1,200 beach concessions proceed
The implementation of the recently passed law on the concession of the simple use of the seashore and beach is in full swing, according to an announcement by the Ministry of National Economy and Finance.
Kostas Skrekas
Food inflation down by 40%
Kostas Skrekas, the Minister of Development and Competitiveness, emphasized that food inflation has been reduced by 40%.
ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
16.3% increase in passenger traffic in April - Jump in international arrivals
Passenger traffic up 16.3% in April at Athens International Airport.
AADE
Targeted checks on the safety of industrial products begin
Compliance with current national and EU legislation will be verified for manufacturers of a variety of industrial products under a protocol signed by AADE and the General Directorate of Industrial Infrastructure and Business Environment.
EUROSTAT
Services sector rally in Greece in February 2024
The services sector in Greece recorded the highest annual growth in the European Union in February.
Bank of Greece
Interest rate on new deposits unchanged
The weighted average interest rate on new deposits remained unchanged at 0.53%, according to the Bank of Greece.
Tourism
Greece secures 30 million arrivals for 2024
Greece is solidifying its position with a steady influx of 30 million tourists, shaping the nation’s overarching tourism strategy.
OECD
Inflation at 5.8% in March 2024 - 3.2% in Greece
In Greece, OECD data showed inflation at 3.2% in March, up from 2.9% in the previous month.