Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Tobacco producers alert the EC: New regulations threaten livelihoods in Bulgaria
More than 8,300 Bulgarian tobacco producers have sent a video appeal to the EC regarding the upcoming revision of the Tobacco Products Directive, demanding an assessment of the economic impact.
Bulgaria faces challenge over 2-euro coin featuring the Bulgarian alphabet
A eurozone country has filed an objection against the design of the first Bulgarian commemorative 2-euro coin featuring the Bulgarian alphabet. The BNB has confirmed that the procedure is ongoing.
Attention drivers: Large-scale repairs on Trakia and Hemus motorways – see where the traffic jams are
The Road Infrastructure Agency warns of intensified repair activities on the Trakia and Hemus motorways. See the current sections with changed traffic organization and tips for safe travel.
"NSSI reports a new record": the average insurance income reached 1034.85 euros
The average insurance income for April 2026 rose to 1034.85 euros, and the one-year average value of 983.28 euros will be the base for new pensions in May.
Over 9 million euros for road safety: New cameras and digital maps for 2026
The government has allocated over 9 million euros to the Ministry of Interior for road safety in 2026. The plan includes the implementation of digital maps showing high-risk areas and faster delivery of traffic tickets.
Repairs on the Trakia Motorway: Traffic changes between km 33 and km 39
See the schedule for the temporary traffic organization on the Trakia Motorway due to repair works in the Sofia area from June 11 to 17. Plan your trip in advance.
The Vertical Gas Corridor: Bulgaria will be ready for transit by the end of 2026.
Bulgaria's Ambassador to Romania, Radko Vlaykov, confirmed that by the end of 2026, the Bulgarian infrastructure for the Vertical Gas Corridor will be fully operational, ensuring energy independence and new capacity for the region.
Important change: Heavy goods vehicles banned in the village of Laka, Pomorie
Pomorie Municipality is introducing a permanent traffic organization in the village of Laka. See how the passage of vehicles over 5 tons is being restricted and how to obtain a permit.
Reform at BEH: Mini Maritsa-iztok and TPP Maritsa-iztok 2 to separate from the holding
The Council of Ministers has launched a key energy reform. Minister Iva Petrova announced the restructuring of BEH to save over 1 billion euros under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
State raises debt ceiling by 3.8 billion euros for RRP payments
Finance Minister Galab Donev justified the need for an urgent increase in the new government debt limit in 2026 to ensure pre-financing of projects under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
Attention drivers: Possible difficulties with vignettes this evening due to a system update
The Road Infrastructure Agency warns of temporary difficulties in purchasing vignettes and route passes today between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM due to a system update.
Attention! Traffic restrictions on the Hemus Motorway on June 10 and 11
Changes to traffic on the Hemus Motorway near the 34th km on June 10 and 11. Traffic is being redirected in both directions into the lane towards Varna due to repair works.
Parliamentary committee approves new €3.8 billion debt: "Blank check" or financial stability?
The Budget Committee has approved at first reading a bill allowing for state debt of up to €3.8 billion for 2026. Finance Minister Galab Donev defended the measure as necessary for the pre-financing of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, while the opposition called it a "blank check."
The new EU budget 2028-2034: Bulgaria at the center of European security
Meglena Plugchieva outlined the new EU priorities: competitiveness, defense, and connectivity. How will 2 trillion euros change regional infrastructure and energy?
Alexander Pulev: New Lukoil manager presents plan, Spetsov failed
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Pulev criticized Rumen Spetsov for the lack of a plan for Lukoil and emphasized that the new manager, Evgeni Simeonov, is already working on a strategy to benefit consumers.