Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Bulgarian Business at a Crossroads: Grants and Loans Prepare SMEs for the Euro
SMEs in Bulgaria are receiving support for the transition to the euro. Grants, preferential loans, and European funding will stimulate their growth.
Rheinmetall: Government Hopes for New Investments After Launch
The government is negotiating with the German giant Rheinmetall for two new factories in Bulgaria, hoping for a future expansion of investments.
Restrictions for heavy trucks on motorways due to traffic
The Road Infrastructure Agency (API) introduced temporary restrictions for trucks over 12 tons on the main motorways "Trakia", "Hemus", and "Struma" in the direction of Sofia to ease traffic.
Bulgaria and Greece Strengthen Cooperation for Growth and Life
Bulgaria and Greece are strengthening their cooperation, focused on road infrastructure, economic growth, and cross-border projects.
Bulgaria on the Home Stretch to the Eurozone: A National Campaign
A national campaign for the euro has started, which will cover the entire country. The goal is to explain the details surrounding the transition to the single currency.
Sectional speed control: implementation begins on 22 sections
More than 20 sections of the national road network already have sectional control for average speed. A complete list is available online.
Vertical Gas Corridor: Bulgaria at the Forefront of Energy Transformation
Bulgartransgaz announces the completion of the Vertical Gas Corridor in Bulgaria by October 2026, which is key for energy security.
Bulgarian Economy 2025: GDP, Consumption, and Income Growth
The Bulgarian economy shows stable growth of 3.1% in the second quarter of 2025, driven by domestic consumption and income.
Bulgaria's Railway Crisis: 70 Wagons Will Be Missing
Bulgaria's railway network is facing a crisis of wagon shortages, with the deficit expected to reach 70 by the end of the year. The problem is related to outdated rolling stock.
Repairs in the Trayanovi Vrata tunnel: Traffic on the Trakia motorway will be restricted
Upcoming repairs in the Trayanovi Vrata tunnel on the Trakia motorway will restrict traffic on the night of September 9th and 10th in the direction of Sofia.
Introduction of the euro: SMEs in Bulgaria will be the biggest beneficiaries
Minister of Economy Petar Dilov stated that the introduction of the euro will most benefit small and medium-sized enterprises in Bulgaria.
Commissioner Maria Albuquerque in Bulgaria: New Strategy for Savings
European Commissioner Maria Albuquerque is arriving in Bulgaria for talks on the new EU strategy for directing savings towards investments. She will meet with the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank to discuss changes in the sector and the improvement of financial literacy.
Hail Suppression Project: Silver Iodide Generators
The government is launching a hail suppression project, and a pilot site with ground-based silver iodide generators will be built in Karnobat.
Expansion of the _q_Chiren_ Gas Storage Facility: The First Phase Has Been Successfully Completed
The first phase of the expansion of the _q_Chiren_ gas storage facility has been completed, increasing its gas storage capacity to 650 million cubic meters.
Modernization of the Railway Network: Elin Pelin - Kostenets Tunnel Excavated
The National Railway Infrastructure Company has completed the excavation of a new tunnel on the Elin Pelin - Kostenets route, a key stage in the modernization of the railway network in Bulgaria.