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Ripe conditions for increasing mergers and acquisitions

After a year of continuous fluctuations in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the upward trend in the value of deals recorded since the beginning of the third quarter of 2020 is likely to continue in 2021, as companies prepare to improve their economic performance and redefine their activities and their futurein the post-COVID-19 era.

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China is the EU's main trading partner

China became the European Union's main trading partner for the first time in 2020, surpassing the US, thanks to its rapid economic recovery, which was less affected by the Covid-19 pandemic than its Western counterparts.

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84% of Greek drivers view e-mobility positively

Greek drivers are extremely positive about e-mobility, as shown in the "EVs & Sustainability" section of the annual Mobility Insights Report published by LeasePlan, in colaboration with the leading research company Ipsos.

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The Budget Office forecasts a growth rate of 2.7% for 2021

The State Budget Office in Parliament predicts a GDP growth rate of 2.7% in its basic scenario for this year, taking into account the current data on the economy and the health crisis.

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Most entrepreneurs expect a recovery in 2021

Most entrepreneurs-members of EO Greece foresee significant margins of recovery within 2021 and 2022, despite the effects of the pandemic that have affected their activities.

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Moody's: Upgrading the Greek banking system

The Greek economy is recovering and the levels of non-performing loans (NPLs) are declining, according to the rating agency Moody's, which proceeded to upgrade the prospects of the banking system.

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PwC research on consumer behavior

PwC study "March 2021 Global Consumer Insights Pulse Survey" shows the trends associated with consumer behaviors as they emerged from the pandemic.

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France also in favor of introducing a global minimum corporate tax rate

France is open to the idea of setting a minimum corporate tax rate for multinational companies, above 12.5%, French Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire said today in the wake of statements by US counterpart Janet Yellen.

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Europe will be borrowing € 150 billion a year until 2026

The European Commission has announced its market borrowing program to finance the Recovery Fund, which shows that it will be borrowing around € 150 billion a year until 2026.

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LARCO tender process is now open

The tender for LARCO has officially begun, with the publication of the call for the expression of interest for the assets of the State by the HRADF - which operates on behalf of the Greek State - with the lease of the Mining Complex of Larymna being the most important.