Electronic payments are projected to exceed €70 billion by the end of 2024, marking an annual growth rate of over 15%. Meanwhile, capital rents have soared, with Milan’s Via Monte Napoleone surpassing New York and London as the world’s most expensive retail street. In Greece, key areas like Ermou remain stable, with annual rents at €3,480 per square meter. Pension increases for 2025 are set at 2.4%, affecting approximately 1.8 million retirees.