Economy.

The islands account for 18.6% of short-term car rental companies in Greece, surpassing Crete and Attica.

The 40-cent-per-liter discount applies through October 31, while the application platform for the increased allowance is expected by November 10.

Higher prices on the islands are attributed to transport distances, while subsidy advance payments are expected by the end of December.

Interested producers from the Cyclades and Dodecanese have until Sunday, October 25, 2026, to submit their applications.

Greece holds only 2.8% of the total luxury housing stock in the Mediterranean, according to data presented by the head of Greece Sotheby's International Realty.

In Greece, the percentage of property transactions financed by bank loans stands at 23%, compared to 45% in Europe, despite an increase in disbursements in recent years.

Allwyn stock has completed six consecutive negative sessions, falling below the 12-euro mark for the first time since last May.

Piraeus Bank's share price finds support at the 10-euro level, recovering from a brief drop to 9.87 euros during the latest trading session.

Significant growth in financial figures for the first half of 2026 was recorded by both AKTOR and DIMAND groups, according to recently published data.

Through the European InvestEU program, Alpha Bank and the European Investment Fund offer reduced-cost loans to Greek businesses to support employee training.

Pharmaceutical companies are requesting stronger incentives for conducting clinical trials following the issuance of a new Joint Ministerial Decision.

Residents and visitors in the Cyclades face significant financial pressure as the region records the highest average fuel prices in the country.