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The spread between deposit and lending interest rates in Greece widened in January 2026, as banks kept deposit rates largely unchanged while increasing lending rates, according to data from the Bank of Greece.
The Bank of Greece announced a dividend of 0.67 euros per share and a doubling of net income to 880.8 million euros, with 244 million euros to be contributed to the state budget.
The National Bank of Greece has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter.
National Bank of Greece's stock has recorded eleven consecutive negative closings in the last 13 sessions, slipping below 14 euros for the first time since January 7.
An analysis by Grigoris Zarotiadis, Professor of Economic Sciences at AUTH, discusses the 'déjà vu' of the economy and the underlying concerns expressed by the Bank of Greece. The article delves into the broader economic outlook and potential challenges.
The National Bank of Greece is initiating a new voluntary exit program aimed at reducing operational costs and restructuring its workforce, with a focus on recruiting technology professionals, particularly in AI.
The National Bank of Greece announced post-tax profits of €1.259 billion for 2025, driven by strong credit expansion and double-digit growth despite interest rate declines.
Greece recorded new highs in tourist arrivals and revenues in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of record-breaking performance. Preliminary data released by the Bank of Greece confirms this as the 'best year in history' for Greek tourism.
Theodoros Mitrakos, Director-Advisor and former Deputy Governor of the Bank of Greece, stated that housing loans in Greece could reach €3 billion by 2026 and that interest rates in Greece and the EU have stabilized, removing the need for intervention.
The Bank of Greece's management will distribute a dividend this year, as indicated by its 2026 financial calendar.
Private sector deposits in Greece decreased by 5.18 billion euros in January 2026, according to the Bank of Greece. The annual growth rate of total bank financing to the private sector also saw a reduction to 7.6%.
The Bank of Greece has warned that the cost of climate inaction could exceed €200 billion, emphasizing that infrastructure is becoming a critical economic mechanism for risk management amidst climate instability and energy uncertainty.