New data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) reveals the massive scale of debt currently sitting outside the traditional banking system. As of December 31, 2025, Credit Acquisition Companies (CACs) held a total of €19.35 billion in loans, with a staggering 94% classified as non performing loans (NPLs). This semi-annual report is part of a transparency initiative by the CBC to provide a clearer...
Speaking at the Nicosia Economic Congress, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou outlined a high priority roadmap to transform Cyprus’ construction and real estate sectors. The government’s strategy centers on cutting red tape, digitizing the Land Registry, and utilizing aggressive urban planning incentives to address the island's housing shortage. The Minister described the land development sector...
The Cyprus real estate market maintained its upward trajectory through the end of last year, with residential property prices rising by 6.0% annually in the fourth quarter of 2025. However, the latest data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus suggests the market is entering a phase of normalization, as quarterly growth remained flat compared to the previous three month period. The House Price Index...
Following a marathon session of the House of Representatives, the future of Cyprus’s foreclosure framework now rests with the Presidency. While lawmakers recently approved a sweeping series of measures including 10 legislative proposals and two government bills, questions regarding their constitutionality and fiscal impact have left several key regulations in a state of uncertainty. President Nikos...
In a landmark session marked by intense political debate, the Plenary Session of the House of Representatives has approved a comprehensive suite of 12 new legal measures designed to shield homeowners and small businesses from the risk of foreclosure. The legislative package, consisting of two government bills and 10 member proposed laws, fundamentally reshapes the power balance between financial...
The Federation of Cyprus Building Contractors Associations (OSEOK) has sounded the alarm over a critical lack of personnel that is currently stalling both public and private infrastructure projects across the island. During a high level summit held on April 2, 2026, industry leaders met with government ministers to demand an immediate and functional framework for hiring labor from third countries. Stelios...
Investors and private buyers have only a few days left to participate in Altamira Real Estate’s 'A Plot of Land in Your Hometown' campaign. The firm has issued a final reminder that the window for submissions will officially shut on Tuesday, April 7, at 10:00 am. The massive auction features over 1,000 plots spread across every district in Cyprus. The campaign has seen high engagement due to its focus...
The Cyprus Land Development Organization (KOAG) has officially moved into the implementation phase of its latest residential venture, ADONIS III. On April 3, 2026, the organization formalized its partnership with A. Aristotelou Construction Ltd to develop a modern housing block in Polemidia, specifically designed to support the national affordable housing policy. Located on Kantaras Street, the...
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou has announced a significant policy shift that will allow Greek Cypriot refugees living in government housing estates to finally secure title deeds for their homes. The proposal, set for Cabinet review this Thursday, aims to resolve decades of legal ambiguity for families residing in properties with minor planning irregularities. This reform is a key part of a broader...
Cyprus is currently navigating a significant shift in its housing landscape, with rental prices increasing between 30% and 40% over the last five years. Recent data indicates that the island now leads the European Union in housing related financial activity, with 11% of the population actively managing housing costs compared to the EU average of 5%. The trend is most visible in coastal areas. In Larnaca,...
