Greek stock market hits 14-year high as investor confidence soars

A historic rally lifts Greece’s financial markets to heights unseen in over a decade. Which sectors—and stocks—are leading this remarkable rebound?

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2026 January 1 . 7:26 AM

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Greek stock market hits 14-year high as investor confidence soars

Greek stocks experienced strong gains on Tuesday, with the ATHEX general index climbing to its highest level in over 14 years. The benchmark rose by 1.43%, closing at 2,034.65—the best performance since April 12, 2010. Trading activity remained high, reflecting sustained investor confidence in the stock market.

The Bank of Cyprus led the blue-chip gainers, surging by 6.53%. Other major movers included construction group Aktor, which rose by 3.87%, and Metlen Energy & Metals, up by 3.61%. Both OPAP and toy retailer Jumbo also saw increases of 2.51% each.

Overall, blue-chip stocks advanced by 1.45%, while mid-cap shares gained 0.93%. The total turnover reached €266.301 million, with 42,614,859 shares traded during the session. This year alone, the ATHEX general index has risen by 38.44%, marking a significant recovery and growth phase for the Greek stock market.

The latest gains push the ATHEX index to levels not seen since 2010. Strong performances from key sectors, including banking and construction, have driven the upward trend. With turnover remaining high, the stock market shows continued momentum in 2025.