Finance Ministry

Surplus of a billion euros in state budget

The state budget balance presented a surplus of 1.093 billion euros in January, compared to a target of a deficit of €82 million that has been incorporated for the same period of 2024 in the 2024 budget introductory report and a surplus of €1.48 billion for the same period of 2023, the National Economy and Finance Ministry said on Monday.

Bill to tax multinational firms

The Greek government is proceeding with the imposition of an additional tax at a rate of 15% on multinational companies and subsidiaries operating in Greece with annual revenues exceeding 750 million euros, from which they estimate that they can collect the amount of €80 million.

Coastal zones bill debated by House committee

The abolition of the minimum width of beach zones that can be commercially exploited, the removal of leasing responsibilities from municipalities, and the level of coastal protection in Natura areas were the focus of most observations by social bodies participating in Wednesday's House committee discussion of the Finance Ministry's draft law. 

Cryptocurrency gains targeted

The Finance Ministry and tax authorities are preparing to create a framework for the taxation of cryptocurrencies, with the establishment of the relevant committee being the first step. The difficulties mainly concern monitoring trade, as those who sell cryptocurrencies are unknown. At the moment the focus, until rules are put in place, is on the fight against money laundering.

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