AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCentral Banking Watch: Greece-linked central banker Vasileios Madouros says the 2008 crash’s impact is still “persistent,” as the Central Bank’s 2026 Financial Stability Review draws attention to euro-area risks. Monetary Policy: Markets are bracing for an ECB rate hike next week, with inflation and the energy shock from the Iran conflict driving the debate. EU Migration & Policy: Greece is part of a group exploring models for EU “return hubs” for rejected asylum seekers, as deportation rules move from talks toward implementation. Shipping & Decarbonisation: At Posidonia 2026, HD Hyundai secured classification approval for a 10,000-TEU biofuel-powered container ship design, while the wider industry pushes for clearer rules and faster ESG execution. Tourism & Housing: Greece’s luxury real estate market is increasingly driven by foreign capital and buyers’ own funds, while broader housing affordability remains tied to the country’s demographic challenge. Business & Finance: Greece’s tax system faces fresh EU scrutiny, and insurers are urged to better manage loan risk as they expand into private credit.
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