AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGreek Trade & Growth: Greece’s exports rose 13.5% in the first five months of 2026, with the trade deficit narrowing as shipments to the EU and third countries both accelerated. Banking & Tech: Alpha Bank rolled out an AI voice assistant with ElevenLabs to speed up customer service, while Cyprus banks gained support from a stronger outlook for Greek lenders. Payments & Connectivity: Eurobank launched the first cross-border UPI payment from Greece to India, positioning the bank as a bridge between the two markets. Shipping Finance: Global ship-lending recovered in 2025, with Greek banks boosting shipping loan books by 37% to $23.6bn. Energy Corridor Watch: LNG and oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz showed signs of cautious return despite renewed Middle East tensions. Food & Agriculture: Greece blocked a move that could have weakened protections for authentic Koroneiki single-variety extra virgin olive oil in international markets. Tourism & Real Estate: Athens’ airport and tourism ecosystem faced ongoing summer pressure, while new hotel openings (including in Athens) underline continued demand.
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