In the new issue of GOLD, coming out on Sunday, 15 November, we share expert views on the investment climate for the upcoming year and what strategies to follow (click here).
With the end of the year just around the corner, companies are already finalising their strategies for the year ahead. 2026 has been a year of unrelenting change, with geopolitical tensions reigniting, AI adoption accelerating at an unprecedented pace, and the global energy transition showing no sign of slowing down. If this year could be characterised by one word, it would be “resilience.” Despite all the volatility, reports confirm unspectacular yet solid GDP growth, proving that adaptability remains the cornerstone of stability in this ever-changing world.
Geopolitical flare-ups have sent shockwaves through energy markets and global trade, forcing central banks, from the European Central Bank to the US Federal Reserve, to maintain their elevated interest rates in an attempt to balance inflation with growth. Sanctions and trade wars have driven price spikes across sectors, underscoring the urgency of addressing financial stability risks and aligning policies for sustainable normalisation. Amidst this turbulence, AI adoption has remained a top priority for investors, with corporations racing to integrate the technology and be deemed AI leaders. But there are subtle signs that we might be reaching tech-fatigue. No matter how trending AI is, there’s one critical question that lingers: are these investments generating sufficient earnings or is it time to shift the focus elsewhere?
In April 2011, the cover story of the very first issue of GOLD was an investment guide. More than fifteen years on, the same topic is arguably even more important than it was then so, for this month’s cover story, we spoke with a number of leading investment experts from asset management firms and financial institutions in Cyprus, who offer a glimpse into what the year ahead might hold. We also sought insights from leading real estate and construction companies to capture their specific perspectives on the local real estate market for 2027. Whilst risks such as geopolitical instability, inflation and market volatility persist; across every conversation, there is a recurring consensus: adopting a pragmatic and targeted approach to portfolio balancing can enhance positive returns. With a focus on high-quality assets and strategic allocation, and sights set on long-term growth, a balanced mix of traditional asset classes as well as alternatives will prove to be a cornerstone for diversification and earnings.
In this edition, we speak to the people specialising in investment strategies and guiding the way forward for the next year and also experts from the real estate sector.
- Christos M. Ioannou – Head Private & Affluent Banking Bank of Cyprus
- Antonis Antoniou – Senior General Manager, Wealth Management & Global Markets, Eurobank Limited
- Charis Kynigou Landas – Chief Private Banking Officer, Alpha Bank
- Phanos Vladimirou – CFA, Senior Investment Specialist, Athlos Capital
- Andri Tringidou – Managing Director, Argus Stockbrokers Ltd
- Daniel Antoniou – Executive Director, 7Q Financial Services
- Kikis Lagos - Managing Director & Head of Asset Management, One Plus Capital Ltd
Special Features:
- Investing in Real Estate
- Energy, Oil & Gas Services
Exclusive interviews & features:
- Going Places – Felipe Cosmen, Chairman of Cyprus Public Transport and Director of the ALSA Group
- “Think big, execute with discipline and have fun!” – Matthew Theocharous, Vice President Global Network Strategy & Transformation, PepsiCo
- Developing a Forward Looking Partnership – Dr Lavinia Ochea, Chargé d; affaires ad interim, Embassy of Romania
My Way: Michael Vorkas
Five Minutes With: Chrysostomos Papavassiliou
Start Me Up: Stylino
In Good Company: EY Cyprus
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All this and more in Issue 188 of GOLD magazine, out on Sunday, 15 November. Click here to read the digital edition.
