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20-08-2024 14:05
Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP): July 2024
Annual Rate of Change 2,4% The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) rose by 2,4% between July 2023 and July 2024, and increased by 0,7% in the month between June 2024 and July 2024. For the period January-July 2024, the HICP rose by 2,3% compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. (Table 1)Note: The HICP in Euro area for the last month is based on EUROSTAT’s estimation (flash estimate). Compared to July 2023, the largest positive changes were noted in Recreation and ...
19-08-2024 11:59
Written statement by the Government Spokesman of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Konstantinos Letymbiotis
Professor Costas Kadis is the Republic of Cyprus’ nominee for the position of Cyprus’ Commissioner of the European Union (EU). His experience derived from the various positions he has held in service of the Republic of Cyprus’ Institutions as well as his academic background and expertise were key factors for his selection at this significant position. Last week, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, and the President of the European Commission, Ms Ursula von der ...
14-08-2024 15:38
GDP Growth Rate: 2nd Quarter 2024 (Flash Estimate)
Growth Rate 3,6%The GDP growth rate in real terms during the second quarter of 2024 is positive and it is estimated at 3,6% over the corresponding quarter of 2023. Based on seasonally and working day adjusted data, Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in real terms is estimated at 3,7%.The positive GDP growth rate is mainly attributed to the sectors: “Hotels and Restaurants”, “Wholesale and Retail Trade, Repair of Motor Vehicles”, “Information and Communication” and “Construction”....
13-08-2024 14:03
The Deputy Ministry of Culture organises a Conference in Cyprus in the framework of the MED9 Summit
The Deputy Ministry of Culture is organising a Conference on “Cultural Rights in Times of Crisis – Contemporary Challenges and Perspectives”, in the framework of the 9 Mediterranean EU Member States Summit (MED9).The aim of the conference, which will start with a keynote lecture by UN Special Rapporteur in the Field of Cultural Rights, Dr Alexandra Xanthaki, and will bring together experts from both Cyprus and abroad, is to discuss the importance of safeguarding cultural rights and the Medit...
13-08-2024 13:22
Monthly Economic Developments: January ‒ June 2024
The Statistical Service announces the publication of the bimonthly bulletin «Monthly Economic Developments» for the period of January – June 2024. The bulletin includes the most important economic developments for the Cyprus Economy, for the latest months up to June 2024, as well as comparative data for the last four years, which were available until the 12th of August 2024. Note: The Trend component depicts the long-term evolution of the series that can be observed over a long period of t...
12-08-2024 13:55
The Newsroom of the PIO will be closed on 15 August 2024
The Newsroom of the Press and Information Office (PIO) of the Republic of Cyprus will be closed on Thursday, 15 August 2024. (ΝΖ/GS)
12-08-2024 13:11
Road Freight Transport: 1st Quarter 2024
Freight transport in Cyprus +3,7% and from and to Cyprus -0,9%The Statistical Service announces the release of the latest figures for road freight transport for the first quarter of 2024.During the period January-March 2024, the total weight of goods transported by road in Cyprus increased by 3,7% compared to the corresponding period of 2023, while the weight of freight transported from and to Cyprus decreased by 0,9%.Table 1Road Freight Transport (thousand tonnes)20232024...
12-08-2024 12:50
Government Employment by Category: July 2024
Total Employment: 53.039 In July 2024, total government employment reached 53.039 persons. For the period January-July 2024, average total government employment reached 54.481 persons, marking an increase of 2.238 persons (4,3%) compared to the corresponding period of 2023. In the Civil Service, there were 12.032 permanent employees, 4.235 employees with contracts of indefinite duration, 1.231 employees with contracts of definite duration and 5.835 hourly paid workers. Permanent employees r...
09-08-2024 14:00
Census of Population and Housing 2021: Final Results
The Statistical Service announces the final results of the Census of Population and Housing 2021, which was conducted in the Government controlled areas of the Republic of Cyprus.Population by Sex, Geographical Distribution and AgeAccording to the results of the Census of Population and Housing 2021, the total population in the Government controlled areas of the Republic of Cyprus on 1st October 2021 reached 923.381 persons, 449.708 males and 473.673 females, recording an increase of 9,9% c...
09-08-2024 13:49
Price Index of Construction Materials: July 2024
Annual Change -0,36%The Price Index of Construction Materials for July 2024 reached 117,65 units (base year 2021=100), recording an increase of 0,15% compared to the previous month.Compared to the same month of the previous year, the index recorded a decrease of 0,36%. By main commodity category, decreases were recorded in metallic products (-3,94%) whereas increases were observed in electromechanical products (3,35%), minerals (0,98%), mineral products (0,75%) and products of wood, insulat...
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