2026.05.1410:00:00UTC+00Greek Credit Expansion Cools to 4.4% in March, Easing from February’s Pace

Greek credit expansion moderated in March, with the year-over-year growth rate easing to 4.4%, down from 4.9% in the previous month. Both figures compare changes in credit volumes to the same month a year earlier, highlighting a slight loss of momentum in lending activity.

The latest data, updated on 14 May 2026, suggest that while credit in Greece continues to grow, the pace is decelerating on an annual basis. The previous reading of 4.9% reflected a stronger expansion compared with a year earlier, whereas March’s 4.4% points to a more measured increase, potentially signaling a softer appetite for borrowing or tighter lending conditions.

This shift in the year-over-year trend will be watched closely by market participants and policymakers, as credit dynamics are a key indicator of underlying economic activity and confidence in Greece’s financial system.