Analysis
In-depth analyses, informed forecasts, and interpretations of important events and trends.
How accessible is housing for Bulgarian families in 2026?
Property prices are growing faster than incomes, mortgages have become more expensive, and the "affordability index" shows that an average family needs over 8–10 years of income for a standard apartment.
The Bulgarian economy by 2028: sustainable growth and a more moderate real estate market
GDP growth forecasts of about 3% annually, record housing index levels, moderate property price appreciation, and construction activity outline a new, more balanced cycle for the Bulgarian economy until 2028.
Is it still "cheap"? The Bulgarian real estate market through the eyes of a foreign investor
In 5–10 years, entry prices in Bulgaria have jumped several times over, rental yields have stabilized around 4.5–5%, and residency by investment now requires about 300,000 euros. At what point does a "cheap" market stop being cheap?
"From a bubble to a new peak": how housing prices in Bulgaria have changed over 20 years
Over two decades, our housing market went from the 2007 bubble through a collapse after the 2008–2009 crisis to a new, even stronger growth after 2015, with prices jumping by about 157% from 2015 to the end of 2025.
Year-round life in a resort area: convenience, quiet, and hidden costs
Life in Bulgarian tourist regions promises the sea and mountains "outside your window," but brings seasonal income, price spikes, and a sharp contrast between summer crowds and winter emptiness. How does this affect the sense of home?
"Apartments instead of factories": what does Bulgaria's real estate boom in 2026 show?
In 2026, property prices in Bulgaria continue to rise with an expected increase of 5–10% in large cities, while construction is accelerating and industry is slowing down. Against this backdrop, the question arises of whether the country is relying too much on "square meters" at the expense of productive investments and the real modernization of the economy.
"Investment property vs. living space": why the expected return in Bulgaria often differs from reality?
Bulgaria is advertised as a "paradise" for profitable real estate investments, but the difference between marketing promises and actual net income, seasonality, expenses and taxes often surprises buyers, especially foreigners and people who first buy "for investment" and then realize that they actually need a home.
"The Balkan fire of prices": why are properties in Bulgaria rising faster than incomes and where is this leading?
Housing in Bulgaria is rising at double-digit rates, while incomes are growing more slowly. This deepens inequalities, pushes young people out of the market and turns a home into an inaccessible goal for an ever-increasing part of the population.
Green economy in Bulgarian: can the boom in solar energy and GreenTech become the new engine of business?
Bulgaria is experiencing a solar boom and increased interest in green technologies, supported by the European "green" agenda and record-high energy prices. The question is whether the country will turn this impetus into a sustainable GreenTech business model or will remain only a market for foreign panels and projects.
IMF: By 2030, Bulgaria will surpass Greece in income, but will remain the poorest in the EU
New IMF forecasts show that Bulgaria may surpass Greece in GDP per capita by PPP by 2030, but in nominal income in euros the country remains in last place in the EU, while Greece will fall to the bottom in terms of purchasing power.
The construction sector in the EU in March 2026: slowdown in the Eurozone, regulatory pressure and new opportunities for Bulgaria
Construction indices in the EU and the Eurozone for March 2026 show a continued cooling of activity, but in Bulgaria the sector is balancing between a decline in housing construction, strong pressure for energy renovation and a stricter regulatory framework, which changes the way of design and implementation.
Eurostat: EU population to decrease by 53 million by 2100, Bulgaria among the most affected
New Eurostat forecasts indicate a decline in the EU population by 11.7% by the end of the century, while Bulgaria is already losing over 8,000 people annually and is among the fastest aging and shrinking countries in the union.
The war with Iran launches the search for electric vehicles in Europe to record levels
Weeks of war between the US and Iran have raised fuel prices in Europe and accelerated the transition to electric vehicles - registrations and online interest in electric cars are soaring in key markets, and analysts expect a deep structural change in the automotive sector.
Cisco: 61% of industrial companies already use AI in real operations
A new Cisco report on "The State of Industrial AI – 2026" shows that most companies are already applying AI in real production environments, but cybersecurity, network connectivity, and the lack of coordination between IT and OT remain key obstacles.
48% of senior managers define the introduction of AI as a "huge disappointment"
A new large-scale international survey of 2,400 "white-collar workers" shows a deep gap between expectations and the actual results of corporate investments in generative AI: almost half of executives talk about a "huge disappointment", and many admit that their AI strategies are more showy than working.