
Greek Competition Commission Approves Blackstone's Acquisition of Skroutz
The Greek Competition Commission has given its approval for Blackstone Inc. to acquire exclusive control over Skroutz Anonymous Internet Services Company.
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The Greek Competition Commission has given its approval for Blackstone Inc. to acquire exclusive control over Skroutz Anonymous Internet Services Company.

Sales of camping-related products in Greece have increased by 48% between 2023 and 2025, with revenue rising by 62% over the same period, according to e-commerce data.

Skroutz Hub is investing in the largest direct-to-consumer 3PL hub in Greece, focusing on logistics development, expanding its locker network, introducing new financial services, and planning expansion into new markets in Southeast Europe, starting with Cyprus.

Skroutz, a prominent Greek e-commerce platform, is undergoing a significant shareholder change as CVC Capital Partners transfers its stake to U.S.-based Blackstone, the world's largest alternative asset manager.

Bank of Cyprus announced a post-tax profit of €121 million for the first quarter, attributing the strong performance to significant lending growth.

Skroutz, a Greek e-commerce platform, reported a 23% increase in total orders during the Easter period compared to last year, with a 119% rise in orders using its "Installments for All" program.

Data from 2025 reveals that the average Skroutz Plus subscriber saved over 130 euros, highlighting the significant value of the service in shaping the purchasing experience on Greece's most popular marketplace.

Skroutz Plus is enhancing its offerings through a new strategic partnership with Wolt, providing members with 12 months of free Wolt+ and lower shipping costs for online purchases.

Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz announced a 48% increase in camping equipment sales over the past three years. The average order for tents reached 102 euros, indicating a significant rise in consumer interest for outdoor activities.

Reports indicate that former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is preparing to launch a new political party, with early measurements suggesting it may not be gaining the anticipated traction.
Blackstone is set to acquire Skroutz, a prominent Greek e-commerce entity.

Global investment firm Blackstone has acquired the Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz from CVC. This acquisition highlights Greece's growing appeal as an investment destination for major capital.

Skroutz, the most popular marketplace in Greece, has created a new Easter campaign, "Check it out on Skroutz!", which focuses on personalized gift options and was exclusively designed by the Skroutz team using AI tools.

Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz announced that nearly 40% of its 2025 orders were shipped to provincial areas, with local store turnover increasing by 18%, highlighting the growing share of e-commerce in the Greek periphery.

Camping is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Greek consumers, with demand for outdoor activity equipment rising year after year. Data from Skroutz indicates a 48% increase in sales for key camping categories.

Skroutz Hub is making a significant investment to develop the largest direct-to-consumer 3PL logistics hub in Greece, alongside plans to expand its locker network, introduce new financial services, and enter new Southeast European markets after Cyprus.

Skroutz has built a significant infrastructure outside urban areas, with Skroutz Hub becoming Greece's largest direct-to-consumer 3PL hub, offering comparable management capabilities.

Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz is entering a new phase after its ownership transferred from CVC to Blackstone, the world's largest alternative asset manager.

Skroutz is becoming the preferred online shopping platform in Cyprus, transforming the local e-commerce landscape which previously faced challenges like uncertainty and frustration for consumers.

On World Storytelling Day, Skroutz, Greece's most popular marketplace, shared the story of its support for 240 schools across rural Greece, emphasizing their shared characteristics and journeys.

Greek marketplace Skroutz announced that nearly 40% of its 2025 order volume in Greece was directed to provincial areas (outside Athens and Thessaloniki). The company plans to add approximately 300 new Skroutz Points with 13,000 lockers.