Economy
Public Debt: Over BGN 16.5 Billion in Six Months
Assen Vassilev revealed that public debt has increased by BGN 16.5 billion in six months, which is drawing criticism of the financial policy.
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Traffic at the Border: Difficulties at Kapitan Andreevo and Kalotina
Difficult traffic and queues at the Kapitan Andreevo and Kalotina border crossing points. The Oryahovo – Bechet ferry is suspended, and the Rudozem –…
Economy
Burgas Hosts MREA 2025: Marine Renewable Energy Sources
Burgas will host MREA 2025 – an international academy dedicated to marine renewable energy sources and low-carbon technologies.
Economy
Electricity Prices in Bulgaria Drop: Exchange Reports an 11% Decrease
Electricity prices for August 27 fall by 11% on the Bulgarian Independent Energy Exchange. The average price is 158 leva per MWh.
Economy
Business Compass 2026: Who Will Survive and Who Will Thrive in the Economic Storm?
Forecasts for the Bulgarian economy in 2026. Analysis of growth through domestic consumption, investments from EU funds, the euro, and innovations.
Economy
Modernization of the Sofia-Burgas Railway Line: Progress on the Key Tunnel
Minister Karadzhov inspected the construction of the Kostenets-Septemvri railway line, which is part of the Sofia-Burgas project. The completion of…
Economy
Jump in Electricity Prices for Businesses: Electricity Becomes 6% More Expensive
The energy exchange in Bulgaria registered a sharp jump in electricity prices, reaching 177.10 levs per megawatt-hour, which is a 6% increase.
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Toll System Update: What Drivers Need to Know
The National Toll Authority announces a two-day update to the electronic road toll system. Problems may occur when purchasing vignettes.
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Housing Loans in Bulgaria: 27.4% Growth to Nearly BGN 30 Billion
Housing loans in Bulgaria increased by 27.4% on an annual basis, reaching BGN 29.599 billion as of July, according to BNB data. This indicates a…
Economy
Mayor Terziev received a mandate from the Sofia Municipal Council for the selection of a new bank
The Sofia Municipal Council unanimously supported Mayor Vasil Terziev's proposal to select a new servicing bank for greater transparency.
Economy
SCC to hold emergency meeting for a new service bank
The Sofia City Council (SCC) is convening an emergency meeting to choose a new bank to service municipal finances.
Economy
Bulgargaz Proposes Gas Price Reduction for September
Bulgargaz has submitted a proposal to the EWRC for a natural gas price of 60.99 BGN/MWh for September, which is a decrease of 1.77% compared to…
Economy
Excise duties after 2026: Customs will only accept euros, what you need to know
As of January 1, 2026, customs will only accept excise duty payments in euros via bank transfer. There is a transitional period for cash payments.
Economy
Fruit prices are rising, staples and vegetables show mixed trends
Fruit prices in Bulgaria are increasing, while staple foods and vegetables show mixed price movements, according to the State Commission on Commodity…
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Guidelines for Dual Pricing in Levs and Euros for Businesses
The Ministry of Finance has published detailed guidelines for dual pricing of goods and services to assist businesses in the transition to the euro.…