Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Road maintenance on Hemus Motorway – traffic restrictions for safety
On June 24, roadside vegetation will be removed along the Hemus Motorway between kilometer 0 and kilometer 8. There will be gradual traffic restrictions in both directions to ensure the safety of travelers. Drivers are urged to drive carefully and obey the rules.
Burgas offers expansion of air links with the United Kingdom
The mayor of Burgas, Dimitar Nikolov, discussed with the British ambassador Nathanael Copsey opportunities for expanding air connectivity between Burgas and the United Kingdom. The focus was on the growing interest of British students in medical and pharmaceutical education in the city, as well as British citizens who have chosen to live in Burgas and the region.
Repair activities on the Trakia Motorway in five regions until June 26
From June 24 to 26, repair work will be carried out on various sections of the Trakia Motorway in the regions of Sofia, Pazardzhik, Plovdiv, Stara Zagora and Yambol. Traffic will be restricted and rerouted, and for the safety of travelers, careful driving and compliance with the restrictions are appealed for.
Temporary restrictions for heavy trucks in Northern Bulgaria due to hot weather
Due to the expected high temperatures over 35 degrees, from June 24 to 27, the movement of trucks over 20 tons will be restricted on key road sections in 9 regions of Northern Bulgaria. The measure has been taken to minimize the risks of road surface deformations and to ensure the safety of travelers.
The construction sector in Bulgaria will record moderate growth until 2027, according to an analysis by the Institute for Economic Policy.
According to a report by the Institute for Economic Policy, the total construction output in Bulgaria will grow by an average of 3% per year in the period 2025-2027. The forecast is for stronger growth in the middle of the period, when the absorption of European funds is expected to accelerate. Residential construction will record the weakest results, while non-residential and civil engineering construction have greater growth potential.
The Balkan Forum for Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Tourism is gaining momentum.
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry actively participated in the sixth edition of the Balkans Forum, focused on the development of entrepreneurship and sustainable tourism in the region. Chairman Tsvetan Simeonov presented the successful practices of the BCCI in promoting women's entrepreneurship and integrating entrepreneurial skills into education. The Greek Deputy Minister of Tourism, Anna Karamanli, highlighted the Balkans as a key market with potential for year-round, inclusive and sustainable tourism sector.
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry presents a project for longer retention of older workers in the labor market.
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) held an information seminar for the "IntegrAGE" project, focused on human resource management with a focus on older workers (55+). The project, funded by the Interreg program, aims to assist business organizations in retaining their older employees for longer through the application of a holistic approach, including training, flexible working hours, healthy work programs, and other incentives.
Temporary restriction of traffic on the "Hemus" motorway for pavement repair
On June 24, traffic will be restricted in the active lane in the direction of Sofia between km 71 and km 73 of the Hemus Motorway due to necessary repair work on the asphalt surface. Drivers are urged to drive carefully and obey the restrictions.
Vigilant control over the prices of basic food items before joining the Eurozone
The National Revenue Agency (NRA) and the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) have undertaken urgent checks in commercial establishments, after they established a sharp increase in the prices of basic food products in the period from 3 to 17 June 2025. This is happening in the context of Bulgaria's upcoming accession to the Eurozone, which makes the situation particularly sensitive for consumers.
Joining the Eurozone - an opportunity for economic growth and stability in Bulgaria
The National Discussion of the Economic and Social Council (ESC) reviewed the benefits and challenges for Bulgaria in introducing the euro. The participants - representatives of the government, business, trade unions and civil society organizations - discussed specific aspects such as competitiveness, investments, incomes and prices. The shared experience of Latvia and Lithuania showed that joining the Eurozone leads to a significant increase in incomes and an improvement in living standards in the long term.
The deputy prime minister Donchev: The Eurozone will accelerate the economic development of Bulgaria
The Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev states that Bulgaria's entry into the Eurozone will lead to easier access to financing, increased investor confidence, and accelerated economic development. He emphasizes the benefits of investing funds from the EU funds and the Recovery and Resilience Plan, as well as the need for a prudent tax policy.
The economic cooperation between Bulgaria and Moldova is gaining momentum.
The Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov and the Ambassador of Moldova to Bulgaria H.E. Emil Jacota discussed the opportunities for expanding the bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries. Promising areas such as infrastructure, wine production, energy, pharmaceuticals and technological development were identified.
Replacement of the sewage system closes a key street in the city center
Repair of the sewerage network on "Georgi Shagulov" Street in the city center is starting. This will lead to the temporary closure of a section of the street for motor vehicle traffic in the period June 23 - July 7, 2025.
The Japanese semiconductor market - a key target for European SMEs
European small and medium-sized enterprises in the semiconductor sector will have the opportunity to participate in a business mission to Japan in December 2025 to establish contacts with local companies and promote their products and technologies. The mission is organized by the EU and includes financial support for the participants.
A new logistics base worth 7 million leva will be built in the Sofia-Bojurishte Industrial Park.
The Ministry of Economy and Industry and the National Company "Industrial Zones" support an investment of nearly 7 million Bulgarian leva for the construction of a new warehouse building with an area of 7,530 square meters in the Industrial Park Sofia-Bojurishte. The project will create 120 new jobs and contribute to the development of the region.