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January 27, 2026

Political uncertainty, global developments and trust in the markets

CFA Society Cyprus President Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA recently appeared on ΡΙΚ’s “Apo Mera se Mera” programme, hosted by Katerina Charalambous, to discuss key economic and geopolitical issues shaping Cyprus’ financial outlook. The interview, conducted in Greek, explored the effects of political uncertainty and international developments on market confidence, as well as Cyprus’ strategic position in a rapidly evolving global environment.

During the conversation, President Kourouyiannis highlighted CFA Society Cyprus’ strategic priorities for 2026, including:

  • Strengthening collaboration with relevant stakeholders to support sustainable economic development and the advancement of the investment profession.

  • Supporting the professional growth and development of members.

  • Promoting Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

  • Advancing Financial Literacy as a foundation for long-term economic growth.

The discussion also addressed key challenges facing Cyprus in 2026, notably tax reform for individuals and corporations, and emphasized the role of the CFA designation in fostering professionalism, integrity, and trust in financial markets.

🎥 Watch the full interview below:

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October 14, 2025

CFA Society Cyprus Strengthens Role in European and Local Initiatives

CFA Society Cyprus continues to demonstrate an active presence in key European and local forums, reinforcing its mission to support the development of capital markets, uphold professional standards, and promote social equality.

At the EU Steering Committee meeting of the CFA Institute in Copenhagen, CFA Society Cyprus Secretary, Mr. Kyriakos Inios, represented Cyprus in discussions with societies from across Europe. The meeting provided an important platform for exchanging views and best practices on strengthening capital markets, safeguarding professional integrity, and building investor confidence.

In addition, at the Cyprus Forum, Dr. Stella Mourouzidou-Damtsa, Board Member and Chair of the Inclusion (DEI) Committee of CFA Society Cyprus, participated in a panel discussion on gender equality in politics. She emphasized the proven benefits of diversity, the value of mentoring initiatives, and the importance of measuring inclusion with the same rigor applied to ESG criteria. Her intervention highlighted the need for systemic change to ensure equal opportunities and foster a more inclusive society.

Through such initiatives, CFA Society Cyprus reaffirms its commitment to contributing meaningfully at both European and national levels.

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December 18, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus Launches Podcast Series

CFA Society Cyprus is excited to launch a new podcast series that dives deep into the financial topics shaping our world and local economy. Each episode will bring expert guests sharing insights and practical advice to help you navigate finance and investment challenges with confidence.

Episode 1: Pensions in Cyprus
Board Member and Financial Literacy Chair, Alexandros Clappas, CFA, and guest Panayiotis Mavromichalis, CFA, explore:
🔹 The effectiveness of Cyprus’ pension system
🔹 The role of private pensions in complementing state provisions
🔹 How individuals and policymakers can ensure a secure retirement future

Gain valuable knowledge and be part of a discussion that affects everyone’s financial wellbeing. 

While the first episode is in Greek, future episodes will also include discussions in English, making the podcast accessible to a broader audience.

Click here for press release.

Watch podcast here.

Listen to podcast here.

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November 27, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus: 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

The CFA Society Cyprus recently shared its 2024 strategic achievements in the press (links below), highlighting its progress under the leadership of the new Board of Directors elected in July 2024. These objectives aim to enhance the Society’s influence within the financial sector and the broader community through the following initiatives:

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
The Society will deepen its partnerships with universities and continue promoting financial education. This includes participation in initiatives like the CFA Institute Local Research Challenge and advancing ties with academic institutions through the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲
With financial literacy as a core priority, CFA Society Cyprus plans to organize workshops, seminars, and public initiatives to educate both professionals and the general public on financial planning and investment management.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐬
The Society remains committed to raising awareness about the importance of ethical standards in finance, fostering trust and professionalism within the industry.

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
Empowering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering meaningful conversations, building connections, and driving actionable change to create a more inclusive and equitable community.

Το νέο Δ.Σ του CFA Society Cyprus: Στόχοι και Δράσεις – Boussias News

Το νέο ΔΣ του CFA Society Cyprus: Στόχοι και Δράσεις

Το νέο ΔΣ του CFA Society Cyprus: Στόχοι και Δράσεις | Stockwatch – Παράθυρο στην Οικονομία

 

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September 5, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus interview on Protoselido

CFA Society Cyprus Vice President, Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA, and Financial Literacy Chair, Alexandros Clappas, CFA, were recently featured on local TV program, Protoselido. During the interview, they covered several significant topics:

  • The pressing issue of financial illiteracy in Cyprus and the general lack of public financial knowledge.
  • Financial Literacy Presentation, which has successfully reached over 3,000 students since 2018.
  • The introduction of Financial Literacy into the school curriculum and its growing significance.
  • The DEI committee’s upcoming Gender Pension Gap Insights presentation in October, supported by local Parliament.
  • Our Career-Focused Webinar Series for industry professionals, alongside other key initiatives.

Watch the full interview here.

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July 22, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus President’s interview on professional development in the complex world of investments

CFA Society Cyprus President, Nikos Potamaris, CFA, speaks about professional development in the complex world of investments in an interview with InBusiness.

To read the full interview, click here.

 

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July 18, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus – New Board of Directors FY2024-2025

Following CFA Society Cyprus’s Annual General Meeting on July 15th, 2024, at the offices of EIMF, the Board of Directors is as follows:

 

Nikos Potamaris, CFA – President

Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA – Vice President 

Natalie Philippou, CFA – Secretary and DEI Chair

Evgeny Tarakanov, CFA – Treasurer

Alexandros Clappas, CFA – Financial Literacy Chair

Andreas Spyrides, CFA – Advocacy Chair

Jan-Hofmeyr Retief, CFA – University Relations and Research Challenge Chair

 

Click here to read press release.

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June 3, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus’s President interview with Eurokerdos

CFA Society Cyprus’s President, Andreas Cleanthous, CFA, outlines the mission of the Society and talks about the duty of investment professionals to improve and keep their knowledge and skills up to date. He also explains why ethics matter for the economy at large and why financial literacy is a challenge for the Cypriot society.

To read the interview (in Greek) with local magazine Eurokerdos, please click here and turn to page 34.

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January 25, 2024

The CFA Institute highlights the importance of continuous professional development for investment professionals

CFA Society Cyprus Vice President, Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA, writes about the  importance of continuous professional development for investment professionals and outlines best practices for employers.

Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA also mentions the incredible opportunities for professional development offered by local Society to its members, who can acquire knowledge through eLearning courses or by volunteering in one of the four committees of the local Society; Advocacy, Research Challenge and University Relations, Financial Literacy and DEI.

Click here to read the article in English.

Click here to read the article in Greek.

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January 3, 2024

Continuous training and professionalism in the financial sector

Andreas Cleanthous, President of CFA Society Cyprus, analyses the “golden rule” in the field of investments and especially for financial analysis and services professionals.

In the article, CFA Society Cyprus President mentions the local Society’s past years accomplishments, rapid growth and plans in the upcoming months.

Click here for full article.

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