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Increase in Cypriot Household Spending on Housing and Energy

November 24, 2025

According to Eurostat data, nearly 18% of household expenditures in Cyprus go towards housing, water, electricity, and fuel. Consumer spending in Cyprus has increased by 1.5%, while the EU sees stronger growth. The share of total household expenditure as a percentage of GDP in Cyprus is 61.6%, ranking fourth highest in the EU. Malta saw the largest increase in consumer spending, while Finland is the only country experiencing a decline. Expenditures for food and transportation are also significant in Cyprus.