Economy
Heavy truck movement restricted during the weekend
Due to the September 22 holiday, trucks over 12t are banned on Trakia, Hemus, and Struma highways, with reversible traffic implemented near Simitli.
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Electricity prices jumped by 13.42% on September 17
The average electricity price in the BNEB "Day-ahead" segment reached 159.11 EUR per MWh excluding VAT for tomorrow.
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Bulgaria leads the EU in hourly labor cost growth
According to Eurostat data, in the second quarter of 2026, Bulgaria recorded the highest increase in hourly labor costs, at 9.9%.
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99 electric buses deployed across 30 Bulgarian municipalities
The Ministry of Regional Development is investing over 60 million euros to modernize urban transport and bicycle infrastructure.
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Трафик в Бургас: Изразено натоварване в сутрешния пик – данни на BurgasMedia
Собствената система за трафик на BurgasMedia отчита изключително натоварено движение в града към 08:20 ч. с индекс на натовареност 9 от 10.
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EU trade surplus reaches 8 billion euros in July
The European Union reported exports of 247.1 billion euros in July 2026, while the eurozone trade surplus rose to 14.2 billion euros.
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Carriers can apply for 55 million euros in aid until September 17
Transport companies can receive up to 300,000 euros in support for their expenses. Applications are submitted entirely online through a special…
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Bulgargaz proposes higher gas price for October
The proposed price of 44.08 EUR per MWh is a 5.96% increase compared to September, including storage costs at the "Chiren" facility.
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CPC imposed over 205,000 euros in sanctions since the beginning of September
The Commission for Consumer Protection sanctioned a large food chain and a mobile operator, while also conducting inspections of school supplies.
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Over 560 public and business buildings renovated with EU funds
The Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works has completed energy renovation of over 560 buildings, investing nearly 346 million euros…
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Натоварен трафик в Бургас: Системата на BurgasMedia отчита забавяния в движението
Системата за трафик на BurgasMedia отчита сериозно натрупване на автомобили в града и край него към 17:20 часа на 14 септември.
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SFA provides 42.6 million euros in de minimis aid to farmers
Farmers can apply for the emergency support from September 15 to October 2, 2026, at the Municipal Agriculture Services offices.
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Unions demand compensation over high fuel prices
CITUB and CL Podkrepa discussed new support measures with the government. Clarity on the budget for next year is expected by mid-October.
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Tourism generates 7.1% of Bulgaria's GDP in 2025
The sector is successfully recovering, with hotel construction growing as Colliers reports 118 new projects currently under development nationwide.
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Bulgarian passport ranks 19th globally with 86.4% access
Bulgarian citizens can travel visa-free to 171 destinations, with Europe and the Persian Gulf countries providing full access for travelers.