JPMorgan Chase’s profit rose 6% in the first quarter, but its shares dropped due to the bank’s forecast for its income from interest payments coming in below analysts’ expectations.
The major projects in the Larnaca port and marina, part of a €1.2 billion investment, are facing delays with the company breaching terms of the agreement. The agreed timeline for the first phase includes various construction works in the port, marina, infrastructure, and real estate development. The company requested an extension to start construction in June 2024, but failed to renew a guarantee and requested changes in project order. A court order has temporarily prohibited the state from collecting money from other guarantees, with a hearing scheduled for April 15. The President of the Republic will meet with company officials to find a solution, as the future of the investment hangs in the balance.
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President Nikos Christodoulides will visit London on April 16 for events organized by diaspora organizations. He will be the guest of honor at a dinner to mark the 90th anniversary of the Greek Cypriot Brotherhood, one of the oldest and still most active diaspora bodies. Earlier that afternoon, he will attend and speak at an event organized by “Cypriots in the City” where investors and entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to get an update on investment opportunities in Cyprus.
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Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has died at the age of 83 at his home in Florence. He founded his label in the early 1970s and was known for his animal prints. Cavalli is survived by his six children.
The European Commission adopted the Energy Performance of Buildings Directives, which require member states to reduce emissions and energy consumption in buildings across the EU. By 2030, all G-class buildings must be upgraded to an F rating.
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– Some political parties are proposing to increase corporation tax, which is popular among some voters
– Corporate tax revenues are volatile, especially during tough business cycles
– Abolishing tax breaks is the easiest way to create sustainable funding for defense
– Increasing VAT and corporate tax by 1% is the simplest way to finance defense
– Lithuania has the lowest debt in the EU and should not be afraid to borrow for defense
– Germany and Estonia are making mistakes with their fiscal policies
– A strong counter-cyclical fiscal policy is needed in Europe
– Different proposals have been made to raise funds for defense, including revising tax rates and increasing corporate tax
– Opposition groups propose introducing a bank wealth tax, issuing defense bonds, and reducing the shadow economy
– Defense funding in Lithuania is currently at 2.75% of GDP, with a goal of reaching 3%
– The 4 Percent initiative aims to allocate 4% of GDP to defense and has support from businesses and organizations.