Economy
Budget 2025: Minister Petkova on the deficit, revenues, and POUW
Minister Temenuzhka Petkova commented on the execution of Budget 2025. A deficit of 4.2 billion BGN has been reported, despite the growth in revenues.
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The design of Bulgarian euro coins revealed: All denominations
ECB President Christine Lagarde revealed the design of all Bulgarian euro coins, including the cents, in a Facebook post.
Economy
BNB Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged from September 1
The Bulgarian National Bank announced that the key interest rate will remain at 1.82% from September 1, unchanged from last month.
Economy
Derailed Train near Kalitinovo: Incident on the Burgas-Sofia Railway Line
A passenger train derailed near Kalitinovo, close to Stara Zagora. There are no reports of casualties, but the incident caused a disruption in…
Economy
Changes to Pomorie Public Transport: New Routes and Schedules
Starting September 1, 2025, changes to bus lines 1, 2, and 4 will come into effect in Pomorie, affecting routes and schedules.
Economy
Minister Mundrov guarantees full transparency in access to information
The Ministry of Electronic Governance is conducting consultations with civil organizations regarding changes to the Law on Access to Public…
Economy
Bulgaria tops the EU's food poverty ranking
According to Eurostat, 18.7% of Bulgarians cannot afford nutritious food, placing the country first in the EU.
Economy
IARA Buys New Patrol Boats for Enhanced Maritime Control
IARA will acquire seven new patrol boats for 2.9 million leva under a European project to enhance control over fisheries and the protection of the…
Economy
Upgrading the Plovdiv-Burgas Railway Lines: Zimnitsa and Straldzha Stations
The rehabilitation of the Zimnitsa and Straldzha railway stations has been completed, increasing the safety and speed of train traffic on the…
Economy
Israel Chooses MTG Dolphin from Varna: Two New Tugboats for Haifa
After the Turkish boycott, Israel signed a contract with MTG Dolphin–Varna for two modern tugboats with 85-ton bollard pull for ~100 million shekels…
Economy
Interest Rates on Loans and Deposits: BNB Data for July
According to BNB data, in July, interest rates on consumer loans in levs increased, while those on home loans remained stable. There was a mixed…
Economy
Budget 2026: Preparation to Begin in September, Petkova Announced
Preparation for the 2026 state budget will begin in September, Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova announced at a briefing. It will follow a strict…
Economy
Energy Budget: 1.5 Billion Leva for BEH and Energy Security
The government increased the budget of the Ministry of Energy by 1.5 billion leva to support the Bulgarian Energy Holding (BEH) and strengthen energy…
Economy
BDB receives a 4 billion BGN capital injection from the government
The Bulgarian Development Bank (BDB) will receive a 4 billion BGN capital injection that will not affect the budget deficit.
Economy
Prosecutor_q_s Office and ADFA with a new agreement against financial abuse
The Prosecutor_q_s Office and the ADFA signed an agreement for enhanced cooperation in the fight against financial abuse and corruption. The goal is…