The Cyprus Ministry of Finance announced that the Plenary Session of the House of Representatives has enacted legislation establishing the framework to privatize the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) and to transfer the responsibilities of the Central Depository and the Central Securities Registry to a strategic investor. The law sets out arrangements intended to ensure continuity of operations and protection of the public interest during the transition, and is framed as part of wider capital market modernization. It also provides for CSE staff to transfer to the Ministry of Finance or receive compensation under an early voluntary retirement plan, with labour rights safeguarded.
Ministry of Finance (Cyprus) 2026-02-19
Cyprus Ministry of Finance announces law enabling privatization of the Cyprus Stock Exchange and transfer of depository and registry responsibilities with staff moved to the ministry
The Cyprus Ministry of Finance announced legislation to privatize the Cyprus Stock Exchange and transfer Central Depository and Securities Registry duties to a strategic investor. The law ensures operational continuity and public interest protection during the transition, as part of broader capital market modernization. It includes provisions for CSE staff transfers or compensation under an early retirement plan, safeguarding labor rights.