Turkey went on to sell and borrow gold worth nearly $20 billion to strengthen the Turkish pound. This move had a significant impact on the international prices of precious metal, causing concern on markets. Investors now express fears about Ankara's economic choices and the potential consequences of this strategy on the long-term stability of the Turkish currency and the country in general.
The first Greek electric scooter, the Ecoshift NOOS of Petros Petropoulos Group, makes its appearance at the points of sale of Spanos Group. The 100% electric vehicle, designed by Greek engineers and electricians, is available in two versions: L1e at a maximum speed of 45 km/h and L3 at 80 km/h. It has an 8 inch LCD screen, 4G connectivity and a Greek battery design that fully charges in 2 hours. With a consumption of EUR 0,50 per 100 km, its price starts at EUR 5,642. Available at 303 Syngros Avenue in Old Faliro.
The Fuel Pass program changed radically after «crash» the platform from the volume of applications. From 17:00 Monday 6 April to 21:00 160,000 applications were submitted, with 667 requests per minute. The first 160,000 beneficiaries will be paid on Wednesday 8 April. As of Tuesday 7/4 today, applications are gradually made on the basis of the last digit of VAT: VAT ending at 1,2.3 today, at 4.5.6,7 tomorrow Wednesday and 8,9.0 Thursday 9/4. From Friday 10/4 the platform opens for everyone up to 30/4. The aid ranges from EUR 40-60 depending on the area and how it is paid.
The Athens Stock Exchange experienced an explosive rise thanks to a temporary two-week truce between the US and Iran in the Middle East. The General Index was launched at +5.27% and 2,261.98 units, with a turnover of 252m euros. Banks starred with profits up to +9%, with Piraeus, Eurobank and Alpha Bank leading the rally. GEK TERNA noted a new history high at 38.12 euros, while Brent oil sank -14% below $100 a barrel. Market capitalisation reached EUR 161.9 billion.
