Analysis
In-depth analyses, informed forecasts, and interpretations of important events and trends.
How Will the New Social Policies of the Government Change the Labor Market and Social System by the End of 2025?
A number of key management changes introduced in 2025 set new coordinates for the social system and labor market. The government focuses on education, healthcare, and combating inequalities, pursuing policies with lasting effects on income, employment, and social protection.
Bulgarian Business on the Threshold of the Eurozone: Transformation, Opportunities, and Risks in 2026
On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will become the 21st member of the Eurozone. This historic event will transform the business climate, financial sector, and investment environment, bringing new regulations, eliminating currency risk, and attracting fresh European investments. In this article, we analyze the key effects on banks, export-oriented industries, and the opportunities and risks for businesses and citizens.
Inflation Picks Up Speed: Can the Winter of 2025/2026 Change the Family Budget?
Inflation, Income, and Credits: Where Will It Hit Hardest?
Bulgaria's Economy: Forecasts and Impact of Autumn-Winter Slowdown in 2025
In the autumn-winter of 2025, Bulgaria's economy enters a moderate growth period, marked by tight investment prospects, inflationary pressure, and export challenges. GDP forecasts range from 2% to 2.5%, with leading economic institutions confirming expected declines in private investments and more cautious consumption. Limitations in external markets and regional competition are shaping new strategies for businesses and households.
Schengen on the Horizon: What Awaits Bulgarian Tourism and Logistics?
Full accession to Schengen in 2025 could unlock new opportunities in tourism, investment, and regional connectivity
Is Bulgaria Ready for the Next Agricultural Tech Wave?
The rise of agro-drones, autonomous machines, and smart farming systems is no longer the future — it's now. The real question is: where does Bulgaria stand in this transition? Can it use this wave to boost exports and transform agricultural employment?
India After 2025: The New Engine of Global Growth?
With economic growth surpassing 7% and a population overtaking China, India is emerging as a potential new center of global economic expansion. But does it have the political will, reforms, and resilience to replace China as the leading economic power?
How Will Climate Refugees Change EU Policy by the End of This Decade?
Increasing climate disasters in Africa and Asia are leading to a growing number of climate refugees, posing serious challenges to the European Union's migration policy, public opinion, and security along its southern borders. This analysis explores possible scenarios and risks, as well as the role of international cooperation in addressing the issue.
Will Healthcare Digitalization Improve Access to Medical Services in Bulgaria’s Rural Areas by 2026?
A Possible Revolution on the Periphery
Will the Next Major Breakthrough in Biotechnology Trigger a New Wave of Global Ethical and Economic Debates?
Expected innovations in gene editing, synthetic biology, and lifespan extension raise serious questions about access, morality, and regulation of new technologies for human “enhancements.” This article analyzes key facts, driving forces, and possible future scenarios regarding biotechnology and its societal impact.
Southeastern Bulgaria – a Future Logistics Hub of the Balkans?
Transport and Energy Corridors by 2027
Will the Global Debate on Reducing the Role of the US Dollar Trigger the Emergence of Regional Financial Blocs
Analysis of Structural Risks to the Dollar and Prospects for Parallel Currency Systems
Bulgaria 2026: AI, Quantum Breakthroughs and Digital Transformation Aligned with EU Strategy
How the EU Digital Strategy and Bulgaria’s “Digital Decade” Roadmap Are Shaping the Local Tech Ecosystem
How Global Climate Policies Will Affect Investments in Energy and Transport Over the Next Two Years
Global climate policies in 2025-2026 will accelerate investments in green technologies and infrastructure projects in the energy and transport sectors. This analytical article examines the economic and environmental aspects of the transformation, risks, and opportunities within the context of international cooperation and global market challenges.
How the New Energy Law Will Affect Electricity Prices and Supply Stability in Bulgaria in 2025-2026
The new energy law in Bulgaria for 2025-2026 aims to reform the energy sector through improved regulation, promotion of green energy, and consumer protection. This analytical article explores the potential impacts on electricity prices and supply stability, analyzing different scenarios and stakeholder interests.