Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Increased traffic after the holidays: Truck restrictions and mass inspections
Intensive traffic on the "Trakia", "Hemus", and "Struma" motorways at the end of the holidays. Traffic police have introduced restrictions for heavy trucks and reported thousands of violations.
Bulgaria seeks more favorable gas terms in new negotiations with Turkey over "Botaș"
Expert Ivan Hinovski sees a chance for renegotiating the "Botaș" contract under new market conditions and supports the personnel "purges" and audits in the energy sector as a step against corrupt practices.
Galab Donev discussed Bulgaria's fiscal consolidation with the EC in Nicosia
Deputy Prime Minister Galab Donev held key meetings in Cyprus regarding the 2026 budget and Bulgaria's fiscal stability following its successful accession to the eurozone.
Important: Interruptions in the electronic vignette system on May 26, 27, and 28
The National Toll Directorate is planning an update to the electronic road toll system. Check the scheduled times when difficulties in purchasing vignettes and route passes may occur.
Attention! Temporary traffic restriction on Trakia Motorway on May 26
On May 26, a temporary traffic organization will be introduced on the Trakia Motorway in the Pazardzhik area. See which sections will be restricted due to repair work.
Serious accident on the Trakia motorway: traffic restored after kilometers of queues
Traffic on the Trakia motorway at km 56 was temporarily blocked due to a crashed semi-truck. The traffic situation has normalized following police intervention.
Bulgaria strengthens its role in sustainable metal mining for the EU
Deputy Minister of Energy Lyubomira Gancheva emphasized Bulgaria's strategic importance for the EU's raw material independence and the need for a balance between a low-carbon economy and the mining industry.
Temporary traffic change on Trakia Motorway tomorrow: What drivers need to know
Tomorrow, May 22, traffic in the passing lane of Trakia Motorway near Pazardzhik will be restricted due to vegetation mowing. See where and when delays will occur.
BEH leadership changed: Iva Petrova reveals serious risks to the energy sector
Minister of Energy Iva Petrova has appointed a new board of directors for BEH following revelations of poor management practices, delayed repairs, and absurd staffing levels.
Parliament updates the State Financial Inspection Act due to the euro
Members of Parliament adopted in two readings amendments to the State Financial Inspection Act related to the introduction of the euro. Fines and pecuniary sanctions are now fixed in the European currency.
Heavy traffic for May 24: Truck restrictions and new road rules
Over 490,000 vehicles are expected to leave Sofia for the holiday. See which highways will have restrictions for trucks over 12 tons and where reversible traffic lanes have been implemented.
Fuel prices: Gasoline gets more expensive, diesel and gas prices drop
See the current fuel prices in Bulgaria for May. Gasoline A95 and A98 show an increase, while diesel and propane-butane are getting cheaper. Methane remains stable.
Temporary traffic organization in Aheloy on May 21 for Ascension Day (Spasovden)
The Municipality of Pomorie is introducing a temporary ban on vehicle traffic in Aheloy on May 21, 2026. Check the hours and restricted zones in connection with the Ascension Day holiday.
Bulgaria authorizes transit of gas turbines for Caspian Pipeline
The government has approved a derogation from EU sanctions, allowing the transit of industrial turbines from the UK to Russia via Bulgaria for the needs of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
Bulgaria joins the European Stability Mechanism: What does it mean for our money?
Parliament has ratified Bulgaria's accession to the European Stability Mechanism (ESM). Learn about the benefits, the cost of contributions, and why politicians are debating our financial security.