Greece remains the global “epicenter of complexity.” Photo credit: George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0For the third year running, Greece has topped the list of the most complex business environment globally, according to the 13th edition of the Global Business Complexity Index (GBCI) released Tuesday.A
The island is less than one square kilometer (0.38 square miles), and its highest point is at 126 meters. Credit: Island SeekerThe Greek island of Makri, located in the Echinades complex in the Ionian Sea, was once marketed as a “crown jewel” for international investors. A few years ago, it was list
The results highlight a significant concentration of wealth. Credit: AMNAProfits for companies listed on the Athens Stock Exchange reached an all-time high in 2025, surpassing €12 billion ($13.2 billion.)However, the results highlight a significant concentration of wealth, with 90% of total profits
John Koudounis and Eric Trump on the main stage of Bitcoin Las Vegas 2026. Credit: Alex Mizan / Greek ReporterThe Bitcoin 2026 conference that took place last week in Las Vegas was another milestone for cryptocurrency. The major event drew the attention of policymakers, regulators, and titans of tra
Aven unveiled a bitcoin-backed credit card at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, allowing users to borrow against their crypto without selling it. Photo: Greek ReporterOn the opening day of the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas, fintech company Aven unveiled a new product that drew significant attention:
Bitcoin Las Vegas 2026 Panels and keynote discussions throughout the day focused on regulation, institutional investment, and the evolving role of Bitcoin in global finance. Credit: Greek ReporterThe opening day of the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas brought together thousands of industry leade
The energy giants of Greece are initiating capital increases totaling approximately €5 billion. Credit: AMNAGreece is moving ahead with a major energy transition, aiming to expand beyond a national utility model into a broader regional role in Southeastern and Central Europe.The Public Power Corpora
Aquaculture in Greece. Credit: EU Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and FisheriesGreece stood among the leading aquaculture producers in the European Union in 2024, contributing 127,493 tonnes of farmed aquatic organisms and representing 12.6% of the bloc’s total output, according to new Euro
The 2025 fiscal year was exceptionally profitable for Greece’s systemic banks, with combined net earnings surpassing €4.6 billion. Credit: National Bank of GreeceWhile Greece’s systemic banks record billions in profits, the average Greek worker remains tethered to one of the lowest wage tiers in the
The expansion highlights a drive to secure shipyard capacity amidst rising global uncertainty. Credit: Public domainGreek shipowners have emerged as the dominant force in the global shipbuilding surge of Q1 2026, dramatically increasing their investment activity.According to a report by Xclusiv Ship
Greece is trending among Indian investors. But can it be compared to the lure of Dubai? Illustration: Greek ReporterA long report in Business Today, a leading Indian fortnightly business magazine, examines how Greece is rapidly emerging as a premier destination for high-net-worth Indians (HNIs).The
For 35 years, the Expo has served as more than just a trade show; it has functioned as a strategic bridge between the Hellenic heritage and the American marketplace. Credit: Hermes ExpoThe Hermes Expo International, which began in 1992 as a modest gathering for Greek-American entrepreneurs, is set t
Image of Italian newspaper La Republic. Credit: Public Domain.Greece’s Antenna Group has acquired the leading Italian daily La Repubblica in a major takeover in the European media landscape.On Monday, it was officially announced that Exor, the Agnelli-Elkann family holding company, has sold its 100%
Aristotle Onassis. Credit: Greek Reporter illustration. CC BY-SA 3.0 nlAristotle Onassis was one of the most famous Greeks in the entire world in the 20th century, a visionary who became one of the richest men in modern history.Unlike most of the world’s tycoons, Aristotle Onassis was not born to ar
The 2026 Forbes World’s Billionaires list includes 24 Greeks, with shipping tycoons once again dominating the top positions. Credit: AMNAThe 2026 Forbes World’s Billionaires list features a total of 24 Greeks, with shipping magnates once again securing the top spots.Vicky Safra & Family: Maintaining
New report confirms Greece has firmly established itself in “investment grade” territory. The Athens Stock Exchange. Credit: AMNAMorningstar DBRS has become the latest agency to reaffirm the Greek economy’s BBB credit rating, maintaining a stable outlook. The Canadian-based firm cited balanced risks
An individual using an ATM in Greece. Credit: Cogiati- CC-BY-SA-3.0The era of the “free” bank account is officially ending in Greece, as major lenders, including the National Bank, Alpha Bank, and Eurobank, have begun implementing monthly maintenance fees, ranging from €0.60 to €0.80 (less than a do
Approvals for new residence permits skyrocketed to 8,879 last year, representing a 95% increase over the 4,535 permits granted in 2024. Credit: Public DomainInvestors from Turkey, Israel, China, Iran, and the US dominated Greece’s Golden Visa residency-by-investment program in 2025, fueled by econom
George Gerardos built his tech empire in Greece after founding Plaisio in a 14 sq.m. shop. Photo providedGeorge Gerardos (1946–2026) was an emblematic figure in the Greek business world and the founder of Plaisio Computers S.A.His journey from a student entrepreneur to the “EY Greek Entrepreneur of
Islands and islets for those who dream of owning a piece of Greece’s legendary “floating land.” Credit: Island SeekerWith approximately 6,000 islands and islets scattered across the Greek seas, there are dozens of uninhabited private islands for sale.Greece stands as the ultimate paradise for sea lo