Analysis
In-depth analyses, informed forecasts, and interpretations of important events and trends.
Alcohol in Bulgaria: a lot is drunk, but the price is often concealed
Bulgaria is among the leaders in alcohol consumption. An average of 11.2 liters of pure alcohol per person per year leads to more illnesses, shorter lives, and massive early drinking starting in school.
Eurozone in Question? How Generation Z's Rebellion Rewrote the Rules of the Game
Just two weeks before the momentous date of January 1, 2026, Bulgaria finds itself in an unprecedented situation. The streets are filled with protesting youths, the government has resigned, and Brussels is watching with concern. Is this political upheaval a threat to the euro or the necessary catharsis that will make us full-fledged Europeans?
E-commerce Growth in Bulgaria in 2025: Data from BEA and Forecasts
Online sales in Bulgaria are expected to exceed €2.69 billion in 2025, marking a 15% increase compared to 2024. The BEA study reveals key trends: digitalization, mobile commerce, trust in online payments, and expectations for double-digit growth in 2026, supported by the upcoming introduction of the euro.
Economic paradox: Record growth, low unemployment and a feeling of poverty
A few days before the introduction of the euro, Bulgaria's macroeconomic indicators are shining in green. GDP is growing above the European average, and unemployment is at its sanitary minimum. But why does the "ordinary person" feel poorer than ever and what is the price of this success?
Real Estate Renaissance 2025: How Ukrainians and the Euro Awakened the Real Estate Market
If a decade ago foreign investments in Bulgarian real estate were primarily associated with vacation apartments for English pensioners or Russian vacationers, the picture in December 2025 is radically different.
The Unexpected Driver: How Ukrainians Revived the Bulgarian Economy
When the first buses carrying Ukrainians fleeing the war arrived at the Danube Bridge in February 2022, the prevailing feeling in Bulgaria was compassion, mixed with economic anxiety. Would our social system hold up? Would the state budget cope?
Christmas 2025: A holiday of "tight belts" or a final farewell to the lev?
Christmas 2025 will go down in history not only as the last one we celebrate with the Bulgarian lev in our wallets, but also as one of the most paradoxical holiday seasons of recent decades.
The Lottery and Sport: Who Wins, Who Loses, and Why?
Sport in Bulgaria is underfunded. Minister Peshev discusses a concession of the Bulgarian Sports Totalizer (BST) to attract funds. Debates on financial flows in gambling and questions about transparency arise.
The Darkness in the Web: How Facebook Became a Tool for Manipulation?
The Cambridge Analytica Facebook scandal revealed data manipulation. The company collected personal information from users for political purposes, turning them into victims of propaganda. Here's what happened.
Bitcoin and Ethereum plummet amid mass sell-offs
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana suffered double-digit losses in an hour due to mass liquidations, a warning from China about cryptocurrencies, and a signal from Japan for higher interest rates, against the backdrop of an already tough November for the crypto market.
Budget 2026: first in euro, why people went out to protest?
The draft Budget 2026 raises the minimum wage and pensions, but at the expense of higher social security contributions, more expensive labor for businesses and a double tax on dividends, which brought working people and entrepreneurs to protest.
Economic and Social Development in Bulgaria: Uneven Pace
The Institute for Market Economics (IME) study reveals uneven development in Bulgaria. The country is divided into rapidly developing urban centers and lagging regions. The economy, labor market, infrastructure, and social sphere are analyzed, noting trends up to 2025.
Cybersecurity Under Pressure: Record Growth of Digital Incidents in Bulgaria
Cyberattacks in the country continue to increase, with the public sector and financial institutions among the main targets. Companies and the state are investing heavily in protection solutions and employee training.
Unemployment in the EU: September Data, Bulgaria Stands Out
Eurostat has published unemployment data for the EU for September. Overall unemployment is stable, but there are worrying trends. Bulgaria reports a low level of 3.5%, placing it fifth in the EU. Youth unemployment is also discussed.
Bulgaria's External Debt: 20.2% Year-on-Year Growth
Bulgaria's gross external debt shows significant growth, reaching 53.605 billion euros. The year-on-year increase is 20.2%, according to BNB data. This represents 47.7% of GDP.