Cyprus, Greek banks shift focus from rates to growth after strong H1

Major Greek banks and Bank of Cyprus remain in a phase of strong profitability, credit expansion and high capital returns despite a gradual decline in interest rates, according to first-half 2026 results. The four systemic Greek banks posted combined profits of about €2.5 billion, rising to around €2.8 billion when Bank of Cyprus is included. […]

By Theano Thiopoulou