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Lower deposit interest rates in Cyprus compared to Italy

May 7, 2025

A Cypriot depositor earns only half the interest compared to an Italian depositor for the same deposits. The deposit interest rate in Cyprus decreased to 1.41%, while in Italy it reaches 2.71%. Cypriot and Greek depositors are among the most 'disadvantaged' in the Eurozone. Borrowing rates also remain high in Cyprus.