Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Serious accident on Trakia Motorway: Traffic restricted at the 109th km
Traffic towards Burgas on the Trakia Motorway is hindered due to the removal of a burnt-out semi-truck. The cleanup is expected to be completed by noon.
Temporary traffic changes in Pomorie on June 1: See which streets are closing
The Municipality of Pomorie is implementing a temporary traffic organization on June 1, 2026. The central square will be closed to cars, and bus routes will be diverted.
Attention drivers: Traffic on the Struma motorway restricted until May 29
New road markings are being applied along a 10-kilometer stretch of the Struma motorway until May 29. Traffic is being routed in stages through the passing lanes. Drive carefully!
Cherry All Souls' Day in Burgas: How to get to the Cemetery Park by public transport
On May 30, 2026, Burgas marks the Cherry All Souls' Day (Chereshova Zadushnitsa). Check the schedule of public transport lines serving the Cemetery Park and plan your visit in time.
Attention drivers: Traffic on Trakia Motorway to be restricted until May 30
From May 27 to May 30, temporary traffic organization is being introduced on the Trakia Motorway in the direction of Burgas. See which sections are affected and how to travel safely.
"Democratic Bulgaria": Mechanical budget cuts for culture are unacceptable
Democratic Bulgaria opposes the 10 percent cut to the budgets of cultural institutions, describing it as a purely accounting measure devoid of reform and analysis.
Travel in May: All Restrictions and Highway Repairs
Overview of the road situation in Bulgaria: restrictions for trucks over 12 tons, current highway repairs ahead of the holidays, and statistics from the Ministry of Interior.
MoD and MoI exempt from 10% cut: why the salary measure is rendered almost meaningless
The exclusion of the security ministries from the 10% cut in personnel costs greatly reduces the budget impact, as the MoI and MoD alone account for almost half of salaries in the public sector.
EU Funds: Bulgaria on the Brink of €3 Billion – What's Next?
Atanas Pekanov announced: The stakes are €3 billion in the next three months! See what reforms are delaying the funds and when we expect payments.
Record Pension Growth: NSSI Reports Expenses for 2026
Pension expenses in Bulgaria have increased by nearly ten percent. The National Social Security Institute reported over 4.8 billion euros in paid-out funds up to April 2026.
Increased traffic after the holidays: Truck restrictions and mass inspections
Intensive traffic on the "Trakia", "Hemus", and "Struma" motorways at the end of the holidays. Traffic police have introduced restrictions for heavy trucks and reported thousands of violations.
Bulgaria seeks more favorable gas terms in new negotiations with Turkey over "Botaș"
Expert Ivan Hinovski sees a chance for renegotiating the "Botaș" contract under new market conditions and supports the personnel "purges" and audits in the energy sector as a step against corrupt practices.
Galab Donev discussed Bulgaria's fiscal consolidation with the EC in Nicosia
Deputy Prime Minister Galab Donev held key meetings in Cyprus regarding the 2026 budget and Bulgaria's fiscal stability following its successful accession to the eurozone.
Important: Interruptions in the electronic vignette system on May 26, 27, and 28
The National Toll Directorate is planning an update to the electronic road toll system. Check the scheduled times when difficulties in purchasing vignettes and route passes may occur.
Attention! Temporary traffic restriction on Trakia Motorway on May 26
On May 26, a temporary traffic organization will be introduced on the Trakia Motorway in the Pazardzhik area. See which sections will be restricted due to repair work.