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The Greek government is analyzing targeted measures to support households and businesses amidst renewed tensions in the Middle East affecting fuel and electricity supplies.

A recent survey reveals that half of Greek businesses underperformed during the winter sales of 2026, attributed to reduced consumer purchasing power and unfair competition from Asian platforms.

The Central Union of Greek Chambers of Commerce calls for catering businesses to be added to the list of industries that can hire seasonal workers from third countries due to labor shortages.

A new financing agreement has been signed between the Greek Development Bank and TMEDE to extend the operation of the Guarantee Fund until December 31, 2026.

The Greek Maritime Chamber highlights the critical role of small and medium-sized maritime businesses in the Greek shipping ecosystem and their initiatives to support them.

Greek politician Sokratis Famellos criticizes Prime Minister Mitsotakis's handling of inflation, advocating for various economic measures to support consumers and small businesses.

The Greek opposition leader Sokratis Famellos criticizes the government for deceiving and punishing small and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting a significant economic crisis affecting their viability.

Greek food and beverage exports have surged, nearly doubling over the last decade to approach 7 billion euros as businesses seek new revenue sources amidst economic challenges.

The Greek government is launching a 20 million euro initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises in specific regions undergoing an energy transition.

The Undersecretary for Macedonia and Thrace, Kostas Giouleka, initiated a tour in the Balkans, starting from Sofia, with the signing of three cooperation memoranda between Greek and Bulgarian entities, including six ports.

The 'Career Days' in Thessaloniki attracted over 6,500 visitors and 150 businesses, offering more than 4,000 job positions.

The turnover of Greek businesses reached 492.1 billion euros in 2025, reflecting a growth of 1.6% from the previous year, with notable increases in Mining and Education sectors.

In 2025, the total turnover of businesses in Greece reached 492.062 billion euros, marking a 1.6% increase from the previous year, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority.

The myBusinessSupport platform has been launched to assist businesses in Chios affected by the summer fires of 2025.

myPOS is enhancing its role in the Greek market by providing innovative payment solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, aligning with regulatory standards.

Greek authorities have dismantled an organized network of strawmen who were managing around 380 businesses, revealing debts of 43 million euros.

The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue has dismantled a major organized crime ring that exploited hundreds of straw men to run 380 businesses, accruing debts totalling €43 million.

Greek MEP D. Tsiodras calls for enhanced coordination among national authorities to simplify EU legislation and strengthen the single market for businesses and consumers.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed concerns about the inefficiencies of the EU energy market and the need for increased integration to reduce energy prices for consumers and businesses.

A Greek association has raised alarm over misleading practices regarding cash registers involving claims about their impending cancellation, aiming to direct businesses towards electronic invoicing providers instead.

myPOS is enhancing its presence in the Greek market by providing modern payment solutions compliant with regulatory standards for small and medium enterprises.

Greece is set to conduct targeted research on the absorption of European subsidies by small and medium enterprises, identifying barriers preventing access to funding programs.

The Greek tax authority is conducting extensive checks on businesses that have not connected their POS systems to cash registers and the IRIS payment system, imposing fines for non-compliance.

The president of GSEVEE, Stavros Kafounis, sent a letter to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis as part of SMEunited's pan-European initiative advocating for a strategic priority roadmap to enhance small and medium-sized enterprises ahead of the EU summit on February 12.

The Greek Banking Association reported a significant increase in housing loans by 46.3% in 2025, with about 45,000 households securing new loans and a total of €2.509 billion granted to small businesses.

A new survey reveals that Greek SMEs are maintaining a stable business climate and pursuing growth despite facing external uncertainty.

Thousands of businesses have a unique opportunity to settle old obligations and correct past mistakes without incurring fines or penalties, with a deadline of January 31.

The article discusses the protection measures for Greek producers and their PDO products under the Mercosur Agreement, highlighting how all Mercosur products must comply with EU food safety regulations and presenting new opportunities for Greek export businesses.

The article discusses the economic challenges faced by the majority of Greek workers and businesses due to a liquidity crisis caused by various factors, including unexplained delays in public payments.

Around 50,000 households and 2,000 businesses in Berlin are without electricity, hot water, and internet due to arson attributed to the extremist group Vulkangruppe, with the local Greek community providing immediate assistance.

Orange electricity tariffs will come into effect on February 1, 2026, for large customers and on April 1, 2026, for small customers, aiming to significantly boost Greek businesses with flexible production.

The article discusses how familial conflicts led to the downfall of well-known Greek companies, highlighting examples such as Market In and Creta Farms.

The entry of Bulgaria into the Eurozone could reduce exchange costs and enhance trade and tourism, though worries about political instability loom large.

The Greek government has announced a one-month extension for businesses to complete pending matters with the General Commercial Registry (GEMI).