Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Minister Nikolay Naydenov: Bulgaria is making progress on the Recovery Plan
The Minister of Justice discussed with the EC the progress on the RRP, the anti-corruption law, and judicial reform. Learn about the next key steps for the country.
Be careful on the road: 32 injured in accidents and new restrictions on motorways
Traffic situation for 04.06.2026: 32 injured in 26 incidents over the last 24 hours. Up-to-date information on repairs on the "Trakia", "Hemus", and "Struma" motorways, as well as a weather forecast including thunderstorms.
The "Baba Alino" scandal: The state has launched an inspection at Varna Municipality due to illegal construction
Minister Ivan Shishkov revealed serious legal violations and "organized blindness" in Varna. Authorities are investigating fake certificates of tolerance and illegal construction.
Important for drivers: Large-scale repairs begin on the Trakia and Hemus motorways
Starting June 4, road surface repair works will begin on the Trakia and Hemus motorways. See how traffic will be organized and when the construction works are expected to be completed.
Bulgaria faces excessive deficit procedure: What does it mean?
The European Commission warns that Bulgaria is at risk of an excessive deficit procedure due to a budget deficit exceeding 3%. Find out what the EC's recommendations are and what measures are expected.
OECD with a grim forecast: Bulgaria's economic growth is slowing down due to the energy crisis
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development forecasts a slowdown of the Bulgarian economy to 2.5% by 2026. The main reasons are the conflict in the Middle East, high energy prices, and pressure on consumption.
Attention drivers: Repairs restrict traffic on the Trakia motorway
Important information for those traveling on the Trakia motorway. Expect temporary restrictions and lane closures at the 55th km and in the Yambol area due to repair work.
Bulgaria facing excessive deficit procedure: Atanas Pekanov issues critical warning
The European Commission is preparing a warning regarding Bulgaria's fiscal stability. Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov has raised the alarm over the risk of an excessive deficit procedure and accumulated bad practices.
EWRC proposes electricity and heating price hikes from July 1: See the new prices
The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission proposes an average increase of 3% for electricity and 4.58% for heating from July 1. See the breakdown by company and city.
Attention! Restrictions on A1 "Trakia" motorway near Yambol from June 3 to June 5
From June 3 to June 5, temporary traffic restrictions are being introduced on the A1 "Trakia" motorway at km 274 and km 284 due to repair works. See the detour routes here.
Transformation: Bulgarian ports are becoming modern intermodal logistics centers
Deputy Minister Anna Natova announced the priorities for the modernization of Bulgarian ports, focusing on green investments, digitalization, and integration into European transport corridors.
Minister Georgi Gvozdeikov: Aviation is the key to the connectivity of Southeast Europe
The Minister of Transport highlighted the role of aviation as a bridge between Asia and Europe. Urgent investments in infrastructure and human capital for airports are needed.
SJC freezes judicial system salaries until the end of 2026
Salaries of magistrates and judicial staff will not grow above early 2026 levels, and the judiciary's budget is being cut by over 208 million euros compared to the initial draft.
Iliana Iotova on the deficit: We are awaiting the EC's arguments before sanctions
Vice President Iliana Iotova commented on the upcoming excessive deficit procedure against Bulgaria. The EC is expected to announce measures on June 3.
Ivaylo Mirchev: A 3% deficit is possible without new debt if reforms are implemented
MPs from DB criticize the government over the risk of an excessive deficit procedure and call for radical reforms in the administration and the social security system.