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November 27, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus: ๐๐ž๐ฐ ๐‹๐ž๐š๐๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ, ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ข๐œ ๐†๐จ๐š๐ฅ๐ฌ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐”๐ฉ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐€๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ

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:

๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ˆ๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐‚๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐š๐›๐จ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
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.

๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐…๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐‹๐ข๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐š๐œ๐ฒ
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.

๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐„๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐œ๐ฌ
The Society remains committed to raising awareness about the importance of ethical standards in finance, fostering trust and professionalism within the industry.

๐„๐ฆ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐„๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ˆ๐ง๐œ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง
Empowering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering meaningful conversations, building connections, and driving actionable change to create a more inclusive and equitable community.

ฮคฮฟ ฮฝฮญฮฟ ฮ”.ฮฃ ฯ„ฮฟฯ… CFA Society Cyprus: ฮฃฯ„ฯŒฯ‡ฮฟฮน ฮบฮฑฮน ฮ”ฯฮฌฯƒฮตฮนฯ‚ – Boussias News

ฮคฮฟ ฮฝฮญฮฟ ฮ”ฮฃ ฯ„ฮฟฯ… CFA Society Cyprus: ฮฃฯ„ฯŒฯ‡ฮฟฮน ฮบฮฑฮน ฮ”ฯฮฌฯƒฮตฮนฯ‚

ฮคฮฟ ฮฝฮญฮฟ ฮ”ฮฃ ฯ„ฮฟฯ… CFA Society Cyprus: ฮฃฯ„ฯŒฯ‡ฮฟฮน ฮบฮฑฮน ฮ”ฯฮฌฯƒฮตฮนฯ‚ | Stockwatch – ฮ ฮฑฯฮฌฮธฯ…ฯฮฟ ฯƒฯ„ฮทฮฝ ฮŸฮนฮบฮฟฮฝฮฟฮผฮฏฮฑ

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Financial LiteracyOther
October 30, 2024

The Rise of Sustainable Investing: The Challenges of ESG and Green Bonds for an Investor

CFA Society Cyprus Board Member and Financial Literacy Committee Chair, Alexandros Clappas, CFA, speaks on the rise of sustainable investing and the challenges facing ESG and green bonds.

As sustainable finance gains traction globally, Alexandros provides an in-depth look into the evolving world of ESG and impact investing. Amidst growing interest from investors and financial institutions, he highlights the unique challenges that come with ESG investing, including navigating greenwashing risks, regulatory demands, and the complexities of evaluating ESG ratings.

With green bonds leading the charge in sustainable financing, Europe has become the hub for these climate-focused investments, yet differences in standards and classifications can make it challenging for investors to ensure true sustainability. As new regulations take effect in 2024, the increased transparency will give investors better tools to evaluate ESG investments carefully, empowering them to make decisions that align with both personal values and financial goals.

In his recent article, Alexandros encourages investors to enhance their understanding of ESG principles and seek insights from experienced advisors. His perspective underlines a clear message: informed investors will play a crucial role in driving a sustainable financial future.

Click here to read the article in English.

Click here to read the article in Greek.

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October 24, 2024

Local CFA Institute Research Challenge Kick-off

This yearโ€™s CFA Institute Local Research Challenge kicked off on October 23rd with a hybrid event at Athlos House with a presentation from University Relations and Research Challenge Chair, Jan-Hofmeyr Retief, CFA.ย 

This yearโ€™s sponsors:

Platinum Sponsor: XM

Gold Sponsors: Deloitte Cyprus, Athlos Capital and Eurobank Cyprus

Other Sponsors: StockOpine

Click here to read press release.

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Diversity Equity & InclusionEventsOther
October 23, 2024

Bridging the Gender Pension Gap

โ€œBridging the Gender Pension Gapโ€ organized by DEI Chair and Secreatary of CFA Society Cypris, Natalie Philippou, CFA, under the auspices of the President of the House of Representatives took place at the A.G. Leventis Gallery October 22nd.ย  The event featured a presentation by Financial Literacy volunteer, Dr. Stella Mourouzidou Damtsa, CFA on the gender pension gap in Cyprus. A panel discussion, moderated by Natalie Philippou, CFA, featured Ms. Savia Orphanidou, Vice President of DISY and Member of the House of Representatives, Panayiotis Mavromichalis, CFA, Executive Director at LifeGoals Financial Services Limited and former President of CFA Society Cyprus, Victoria Kostic-Nola, General Manager, consultant, tech-startups angel investor / advisor and founder of VIZ Ventures and Elena Leonidou Managing Partner of AIMS International Cyprus and Head of EMEA Talent Management Services.ย  Event was solely sponsored by LifeGoals.

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EventsFinancial LiteracyOther
October 23, 2024

Vice President Constantinos Kourouyiannis’ interview on local TV station

CFA Society Cyprus Vice President, Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA, recently appeared on โ€œฮ‘ฯ€ฯŒ ฮœฮญฯฮฑ ฯƒฮต ฮœฮญฯฮฑโ€ (Apo Mera se Mera) on RIK TV, where he discussed the Societyโ€™s initiatives in DEI, Financial Literacy, and other strategic areas.

He highlighted the upcoming “Bridging the Gender Pension Gap” event, focused on addressing the gap and its broader impact on society. Constantinos also emphasized the Financial Literacy Committee’s school outreach efforts, educating students across Cyprus on key financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, and investing.

Click below to watch the full interview.

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Financial LiteracyOther
October 15, 2024

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies

Konstantinos Leonida, CFA, a member of the Financial Literacy Committee of CFA Society Cyprus, examines the intricacies of cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the vital importance of recognizing both the potential rewards and the risks involved in cryptocurrency investment.

Click here to read the article in English.

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Financial LiteracyOther
October 11, 2024

The Rise of Digital Finance: โ€œSafeguarding Investors in a Technology-Driven Futureโ€

Rita Beyrouthy, CFA, Member of the Financial Literacy Committee of CFA Society Cyprus highlights the importance of leveraging technology and digital finance to empower and safeguard investors while ensuring market fairness and efficiencyโ€”especially in light of World Investor Week (WIW) 2024.

To read the article in English, please click here.

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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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Financial LiteracyOther
August 27, 2024

CFA Society Cyprus President’s participates in podcast

New CFA Society Cyprus President, Nikos Potamaris, CFA, was recently invited to participate in a podcast with Andrie Daniel, journalist, from Philenews.

In this insightful conversation, they discussed the current state of financial literacy in Cyprus, including its integration into public high school curricula, as well as the geopolitical implications of the ongoing situations in the Middle East and Ukraine.

To listen to the podcast, please click here: ฮ–ฯ‰ฯ„ฮนฮบฮฎฯ‚ ฯƒฮทฮผฮฑฯƒฮฏฮฑฯ‚ ฮฟ ฯ‡ฯฮทฮผฮฑฯ„ฮฟฮฟฮนฮบฮฟฮฝฮฟฮผฮนฮบฯŒฯ‚ ฮฑฮปฯ†ฮฑฮฒฮทฯ„ฮนฯƒฮผฯŒฯ‚ (philenews.com)

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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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