Turkish Investment in Greece Totals €237 Million in 2025
Economic data from 2025 reveals a decrease in Turkish capital inflows to Greece compared to the previous year.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in International Trade
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Turkish investment in Greece reached €237 million during 2025, marking a decline from the €298 million recorded in 2024. Property acquisitions served as the primary driver for these inflows throughout the year.
Why it matters
Higher energy costs in Greece compared to Turkey continue to act as a significant barrier for Turkish firms looking to expand their manufacturing footprint in the region. This dynamic forces investors to prioritize real estate and service-based sectors over industrial projects.
Turkish investment in Greece totaled €237 million in 2025, down from €298 million in 2024. Conversely, Greek investment in Turkey was recorded at €13 million for the same period.
The details
Real estate purchases accounted for the bulk of activity, totaling €214 million as Turkish nationals maintained their position as the second-largest group of Golden Visa applicants. While investment focused on tourism and port infrastructure, trade activity remained skewed, with Greece importing €2.844 billion from Turkey against €1.037 billion in exports.
Timeline
Turkish investment in Greece totaled €298 million in 2024.
Total Turkish investment in Greece reached €237 million in 2025.
Market Dynamics
This flow of capital follows a pattern set by the European Union's Golden Visa investment program, which remains a primary driver for non-resident property acquisition in the region. The data reflects how international investors prioritize specific visa-linked assets despite broader shifts in industrial manufacturing investment.
For stakeholders, these figures highlight a cooling trend in direct capital investment that may impact regional real estate market valuations. Investors should monitor how persistent energy cost disparities continue to influence long-term asset allocation between these two economies.
The takeaway
While industrial expansion faces headwinds from energy costs, the real estate market continues to attract significant cross-border capital. Prospective investors should note that property remains the dominant channel for Turkish participation in the Greek economy.
Further reading
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