Analysis
In-depth analyses, informed forecasts, and interpretations of important events and trends.
Social Assistance Reform: Will Bulgaria Redefine Its Most Vulnerable Groups?
The new requirement for active job-seeking could affect tens of thousands of Bulgarian households. What are the possible outcomes?
How Could a Potential Wave of Labor Migration After Euro Adoption Affect Bulgarian Families and Social Services by 2026?
After adopting the euro, more young Bulgarians may seek jobs abroad. How will this reshape schools, hospitals, and local communities?
How Will Climate Shocks Redefine Monetary Policy and Energy Prices in Bulgaria by 2026?
The ECB and Bulgaria’s central bank prepare for the economic effects of heatwaves and droughts – how will climate risks influence interest rates and energy stability?
How Will the ECB’s Geopolitical Risk Stress Test in 2026 Change Bulgaria’s Banking Sector?
The ECB’s new stress test will push Bulgarian banks to prepare for geopolitical crises – how will this impact lending, capital buffers, and sector resilience?
How Will Bulgaria Use Digital Decade Funds to Develop Quantum and Semiconductor Technologies by 2027?
With EU funding, Bulgaria has a chance to build a competitive digital ecosystem — but can it attract investments and avoid fragmentation?
How Will European Economic Forecasts Influence Fiscal Policy and Public Investments by 2026?
With the ECB holding rates and growth projections modest, governments face a balancing act between stimulus and discipline – is a “soft recession” avoidable?
How Will Bulgaria’s Demographic Decline Redefine Social Policies and the Economy by 2027?
As Bulgaria’s population shrinks, challenges for healthcare, pensions, and labor markets intensify – what scenarios lie ahead?
How Will the Gradual Decline of the Dollar in Early 2025 Change Americans’ Investment Strategies by 2026?
As the dollar weakens, will “currency FOMO” trigger a global portfolio rebalancing and lasting shifts in U.S. investor behavior?
How Will the Technical Failure at Kozloduy’s Sixth Unit Impact Energy Security Until the End of 2025?
The shutdown of Kozloduy’s sixth unit raises questions about Bulgaria’s energy independence, electricity prices, and future investments in the sector.
How Will Euro Adoption in January 2026 Change Real Incomes and Inflation Over the Next Year?
Will the euro boost Bulgarians’ purchasing power or bring price risks? An analysis of the impact on households and businesses after joining the eurozone.
After DSA and DMA: Will a “European Tech Champion” Emerge by 2026?
The EU is challenging US and China dominance with new regulations and funding. Can Europe build its own global tech leader by 2026?
International Seminar Reveals Perspectives for Bulgaria and Its Neighboring Countries
Participants from Greece and North Macedonia share their perspective on Bulgarian statehood, European integration, and the upcoming introduction of the euro during an academic forum at the University of Veliko Tarnovo.
Digital Fairness According to the EU: Which Bulgarian Companies Will Be Affected by the Digital Fairness Act in 2026?
The EU’s Digital Fairness Act could reshape online business and marketing. Which Bulgarian companies stand to gain and which risk falling behind?
Prof. Kostov: A Moral Voice in the Labyrinth of Bulgarian Democracy
In a large-scale interview for BNR, Prof. Dr. Kosta Kostov reveals deep social problems by analyzing contemporary Bulgarian reality through the prism of his new book "Black and White".
How the EU Digital AI Code May Boost or Hinder AI Adoption in Bulgarian Businesses by 2026
The EU’s voluntary AI Code could unlock innovation or create new barriers for Bulgarian startups and banks. What are the possible scenarios by 2026?