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Germany adopts the Greek model in incentives for working pensioners

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government is drafting a bill that would entitle Germans who choose to continue working after retirement age to a tax-free limit of €2,000 on their monthly income

OPAP – Allwyn: Citi and JP Morgan assess the €16 billion deal

JP Morgan describes the merger as “well-balanced and earnings-accretive” for OPAP, while Citi takes a more cautious stance, arguing that the company is entering a new era of higher growth — but also greater risk

Pierrakakis: GDP growth of 2.2% in 2025 and 2.4% in 2026

The possibilities of supporting society will increase as long as we continue the policy of stability and growth, the Minister of Economy stressed in Parliament and pointed out that we have reduced 83 taxes and contributions, based on the possibilities of the economy

Sweeping changes coming to short-term rentals: Clashes between ministries, local authorities, and hoteliers over new restrictions

The new spatial planning framework, which essentially introduces quotas for short-term rentals, has long added fuel to the fire of existing disputes

ELSTAT: Inflation plunged to 1.9% in September

From 2.9% in August - Harmonised inflation at 1.8%

Record for the Gold Sovereign coin: How many Greeks own, and what’s happening in the “parallel” market

The price of the gold pound exceeds €920, as the international rise in gold rekindles interest - BoE data show net liquidation by Greek households - Where prices range in pawnbrokers' shops - Plenty of sellers, shortage of buyers

The gold rally is unstoppable surpassing $4,000 for the first time – It has risen 50% this year

Investors turn to the precious metal amid volatility in international markets

Plevris brings overhaul of migration benefits – cuts to food, housing, and financial aid

Ministry of Migration signs agreement with Greece’s Superfund – Housing benefit ends – Funding to go toward vocational training and Greek language education

Bloomberg: Greek debt at 16-year low – Historic decline after a decade of bailouts (Chart)

Greece’s public debt has fallen to its lowest level since 2009, before the country was forced to request its first bailout during its decade-long debt crisis

Who isn’t paying taxes: Over 4 million in debt, but only 3.8% in settlement plans – IKEs inflate the arrears

90% Owe Less Than €10,000 – 10,000 Tax IDs Owe €85 Billion – As of July 2025, Overdue Debts Reached €111.82 Billion, Up €4.56 Billion from Last Year

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