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Retail Sector Closes 2025 with Increased Footfall

Published December 30, 2025, 07:26

The retail sector in Cyprus closed 2025 with increased footfall and strong consumer activity, particularly during the festive season. Traffic was higher in shopping malls, commercial streets, and supermarkets, with Christmas Eve recording record sales. This positive trend continued after the holidays, with increased traffic upon the reopening of stores and in the following days, partly due to the payment of the 13th salary. According to Marios Antoniou, there were no complaints from consumers, indicating the smooth operation of the market. The increased consumer activity is a positive sign for the Cypriot economy. Furthermore, general stores and supermarkets will remain closed on January 1st and 2nd, reopening on January 3rd, with the exception of Epiphany. Overall, the picture of the retail sector in Cyprus in 2025 was particularly positive, with increased consumer activity and smooth market operation.