Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Gyurov: There is fuel, the market is calm. In case of price increases - non-market behavior.
Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov assured that Bulgaria has enough fuel and the market is calm. In case of unjustified price increases, the state will react.
Gas Prices Rise: How Have Natural Gas Prices Changed from February to Today?
Analysis of natural gas prices on TTF and Gas Hub Balkan. Comparison of prices since February, the impact of the geopolitical situation, and current values.
Inflation in Bulgaria in February 2026: Slight Price Increase
Preliminary data from Eurostat show that monthly inflation in Bulgaria in February 2026 is expected to be 0.1%, placing it among the countries with the slowest price growth in the EU. Annual inflation is expected to slow down to 2.0%.
Wizz Air Suspends Flights to the Middle East and Increases Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh
Wizz Air is temporarily suspending flights to Israel, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Amman, and Saudi Arabia due to the situation in the Middle East. To assist affected passengers, the airline is increasing flights to Sharm el-Sheikh from March 6th.
Unit Six of Kozloduy NPP Shut Down for Device Replacement
Unit Six of Kozloduy NPP was shut down on March 3rd for the replacement of safety membrane devices on steam separators. The new devices are made of similar materials and have undergone testing. Unit Five is operating as scheduled with a load of 1048 megawatts.
Road Conditions: Restrictions and Repairs on Roads in Bulgaria
Current information on road conditions in Bulgaria. Restrictions for vehicles, repairs, and temporary traffic organization. Including restrictions for heavy goods vehicles on highways for March 3rd.
Travel Chaos: Military Actions in the Middle East Disrupt Airlines
Airline stock prices fall after extended flight suspensions in the Middle East due to military actions. Thousands of passengers are stranded, major airports are affected, and global airlines are suspending services.
Caretaker Health Minister: Public tenders for cancer tests to be investigated
Minister Okoliyski announced an investigation into public tenders for tests for cervical and colorectal cancer due to inflated prices. Other problematic areas in healthcare will also be checked.
Wind energy in Europe: Germany leads, Bulgaria with a small share
Wind provides 22% of electricity in Europe in the last 24 hours. Germany, Lithuania and the Netherlands have the largest share, while in Bulgaria the share is only 0.1%.
Toll Tax Increase Postponed Indefinitely
The caretaker government postponed the increase in toll taxes, which was supposed to come into effect from March 1, 2026, to avoid tension around March 3. Carriers signaled a serious price increase, especially for buses.
Airlines suspend flights due to escalation in the Middle East: Which flights have been cancelled?
Tensions in the Middle East lead to the cancellation of flights by a number of airlines. "Bulgaria Air", Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, British Airways and others are suspending flights to and from Israel, Iran, Dubai and other destinations. Analysis of the situation and the affected flights.
Repair of Trakia Motorway in Burgas Region: Traffic Restrictions from March 5th
From March 5th, repairs begin on the carriageway towards Burgas, 6 km from the Trakia Motorway in the Burgas region. Traffic will be two-way on the carriageway towards Sofia. The reconstruction includes road surfacing and embankments. The estimated completion date is mid-June 2026.
BNB: 3.9 Billion Leva in Circulation Outside the Bank's Cash Desks as of February 27
As of February 27, 3.9 billion leva remain outside the BNB's cash desks, representing 87% of the leva in circulation at the beginning of 2025. The process of introducing the euro continues.
Attention, Drivers! Construction Works on I-9 near Burgas
On March 2, 2026, there will be construction works on road I-9 (Burgas - Varna) near the Airport and Kableshkovo, towards Pomorie. Traffic will be difficult.
Ministry of Interior Conducts Operation to Enforce Road Traffic Act
A nationwide operation by the Ministry of Interior will be held from today until March 3rd to enforce the Road Traffic Act. The focus will be on violations such as driving without a license, alcohol consumption, aggressive behavior, and speeding.