Takeover bid for Quantum

The majority shareholder of Quantum Corp. (GLO), Athanassios Ktorides announced the intention to submit a public takeover bid, seeking 100% control of the company, offering shareholders CYP 250 per share in cash.

2004 budget deficit drops to 4.2% of GDP

Cyprus on course for the euro According to preliminary general government fiscal accounts for 2004, which are calculated according to EU norms, the budget deficit fell to CYP 306.3 mln, or 4.2%